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The French national football team represents the nation of France in international football. It is fielded by the French Football Federation and competes as a member of UEFA.

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The FIFA World Cup trophy is on display after its unveiling during a press conference at Kuala Lumpur International Airport in Sepang, Malaysia, Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010. The trophy arrived in Kuala Lumpur Wednesday as a part of its world tour. FIFA World Cup
Mexico's President Felipe Calderon, left, helps cut a ribbon alongside FIFA President Joseph Blatter, right, and Mexican first lady Margarita Zavala, during a ceremony in Pachuca, Mexico, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009. Blatter was on hand to help open a new soccer complex, named the Joseph Blatter Complex, in Pachuca. Mexico national football team
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - DECEMBER 4: In this handout photo provided by the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee, South African coach Carlos Alberto Parreira at the Mixzone after the 2010 Soccer World Cup Final Draw at the CTICC on December 4, 2009 in Cape Town, South Africa. South Africa national football team
In this Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008 file photo, Lyon's Fabio Grosso, of Italy, controls the ball during their French League One soccer match against Grenoble at Gerland stadium, in Lyon, central France. Italy international Fabio Grosso signed for Juventus on Monday, Aug. 31, 2009 following two years with Lyon in France's Ligue 1. Ligue 1
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA - DECEMBER 4: In this handout photo provided by the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee, Draw Master Jerome Valcke shows the name of Uruguay to the audience. Uruguay were drawn in group A alongside hosts South Africa, Mexico and France during the 2010 Soccer World Cup Final Draw at the CTICC on December 4, 2009 in Cape Town, South Africa. Uruguay national football team
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 08: Patrick Vieira poses with his new manager Roberto Mancini as he signs for Manchester City during a photocall at their Carrington Training Ground on January 8, 2010 in Manchester, England. Patrick Vieira
Italian football coach Arrigo Sacchi (R), former head coach of his country's national squad, shakes hands with Paraguayan Foreign Minister Hector Lacognata, after being decorated with the 'Don Jose Falcon' Merit Order during a ceremony in Asuncion on November 17, 2009. Sacchi arrived in the Paraguayan capital to offer during three days at the Scuola di Football Italiana (SFI) of Empoli's FC, his conference 'Football of the Future'. Italy national football team
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 06: Badges, protesting against the Glazers, current owners of Manchester United, on sale outside the ground before the Barclays Premier League match between Manchester United and Portsmouth at Old Trafford on February 6, 2010 in Manchester, England. Manchester United
BERLIN - FEBRUARY 04: FIFA 2011 Organizing Committee President Steffi Jones talks to US Ambassador Philip D. Murphy during their appointment at the US Embassy on February 4, 2010 in Berlin, Germany. FIFA
Manchester City's Robinho, left, reacts after scoring a goal with fellow team members Stephen Ireland, center, and Micah Richards, right, during their English Premier League soccer match against Blackburn at Ewood Park Stadium, Blackburn, England, Sunday, Dec. 28, 2008. Ireland
Bordeaux's coach Laurent Blanc, left, reacts as Marseille's coach Didier Deschamps looks on during the French League one soccer match at the Chaban Delmas Stadium in Bordeaux, southwestern France, Sunday Jan. 17, 2010. Laurent Blanc
COLOGNE, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 01: A dancer from the Crazy Horse Cabaret Paris performs on stage during the Lambertz Monday Night Schoko & Fashion party at the Alten Wartesaal on February 1, 2010 in Cologne, Germany. Paris
Haiti's President Rene Preval arrives to Ecuador's government palace to participate on a meeting of Union of South American Nations, UNASUR, in Quito, Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2010. The emergency meeting will discuss the region's response to the humanitarian crisis in quake-shattered Haiti. Haiti
Models present the jerseys of the national soccer teams of Mexico, left, Argentina, 3rd from left, Japan, right, and Germany for the upcoming soccer World Cup in South Africa during a promotion show of sport supplier Adidas in Herzogenaurach, Germany, Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009. Germany national football team
Everton manager David Moyes, left, and Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez during their English Premier League soccer match at Goodison Park, Liverpool, England, Sunday Nov. 29, 2009. 20 7864 9121 or EMAIL info@football-dataco.com FOR DETAILS. Liverpool F.C.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 07: John Mikel Obi of Chelsea beats Cesc Fabregas of Arsenal to the header during the Barclays Premier League match between Chelsea and Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on February 7, 2010 in London, England. Arsenal Football Club
Soccer players Marta from Brazil, Kelly Smith from England, and Christiane from Brazil, from left, are seen after a press conference ahead of the FIFA World Player Gala 2009 in Zurich, Switzerland, Monday, Dec. 21, 2009. The two other nominated female players Inka Grings and Birgit Prinz did not show up in the press conference. Brazil national football team
Manager of Belarus Bernd Stange (C) talks to Fabio Capello, Manager of England (R) and his asstant Franco Baldini before kick off during their final Group 6 World Cup 2010 qualifying match at Wembley Stadium, London, on October 14, 2009. England won the match 3-0. England national football team

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain celebrates during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain celebrates during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France lifts the runner-up trophy after losing the Men's Singles Final against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France lifts the runner-up trophy after losing the Men's Singles Final against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain competes during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain competes during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France reacts during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France reacts during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France is treated for an injury during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France is treated for an injury during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Gael Monfils of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Stephane Robert of France celebrates during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against David Ferrer of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Stephane Robert of France celebrates during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against David Ferrer of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Stephane Robert of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against David Ferrer of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Stephane Robert of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against David Ferrer of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: David Ferrer of Spain looks dejected during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Stephane Robert of France during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: David Ferrer of Spain looks dejected during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Stephane Robert of France during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Stephane Robert of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against David Ferrer of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Stephane Robert of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against David Ferrer of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: David Ferrer of Spain congratulates Stephane Robert of France during Men's Singles Semifinal match on day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: David Ferrer of Spain congratulates Stephane Robert of France during Men's Singles Semifinal match on day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: David Ferrer of Spain in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Stephane Robert of France during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: David Ferrer of Spain in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against Stephane Robert of France during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Stephane Robert of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against David Ferrer of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 6: Stephane Robert of France in action during the Men's Singles Semifinal match against David Ferrer of Spain during day 6 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 06, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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"We did not discuss my future with the national team ... My contract is up in July and I will concentrate on the team until then with pleasure."


Guus Hiddink Feb 09 2010 1:25 AM from Irish Examiner

"I know a lot of the Welsh team - they are good, young players. It will be interesting. Derbies are never normal games"


Fabio Capello Feb 08 2010 8:03 PM from Newstrack India

"It's my first derby as manager of the national team, it will be interesting. They are a good young team"


Fabio Capello Feb 08 2010 6:46 PM from New Zealand Herald

"He did well in America, had a break, then came here and did some training"


Owen Coyle (footballer) Feb 08 2010 3:33 PM from FIFA

"You’re always hoping to raise your game, every time you play"


Ricardo Clark Feb 08 2010 3:33 PM from FIFA
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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain celebrates during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain celebrates during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France lifts the runner-up trophy after losing the Men's Singles Final against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Stephane Robert of France lifts the runner-up trophy after losing the Men's Singles Final against Feliciano Lopez of Spain during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain lifts the winner trophy after winning the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain competes during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - FEBRUARY 07: Feliciano Lopez of Spain competes during the Men's Singles Final against Stephane Robert of France during day 7 of the 2010 South African Tennis Open at Montecasino on February 07, 2010 in Johnnesburg, South Africa.

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