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The Young Guns

They spent their early days a little differently. They traded in their toy guns and dolls for long hours of toil. They spent their childhood hours hitting balls, perfecting serves and ground-strokes, honing reflexes and conditioning their minds for the grueling years ahead.

And then when they were ready, they strapped on their holsters with their gleaming six-shooters, and stepped out into the light.

And now they are here - knock, knock, knocking at the doors of the high-priests of professional tennis, challenging the very ground they stand on. They are here, emerged from the shadows, and firing on all cylinders.

They are the young guns, blazing their way on courts around the world, rewriting headlines using their artistry and brilliant stroke-play.

So watch them, and watch closely. For when the smoke clears, and the noise dies down, not too many will be left standing.

Text and Design: Mahesh Patwardhan                                                                       Next