Monfils Wins in Montpellier, Garin Wins Cordoba Title

Gael Monfils beat Vasek Pospisil, 7-5, 6-3 to win the Open Sud de France title to win the ninth title of his career.

Despite the loss, it was a good week for Pospisil, who has been struggling with injuries in recent year.  He reached a career high ranking of 25 in 2014.

Garin Triumps At Corboda Open

At the Cordoba Open, Cristian Garin defeated hometown hero Diego Schwartzman 2-6, 6-4, 6-0 after a slow start.  This was Garin’s third title in 12 months.

Garin said, “I always thought I could turn the match and win. That’s how it has been all week for me and it’s what I value most. I think I’m having my best moment but I have a lot to improve.”

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Luggage Brand Away Partners With Serena Williams

Luggage brand Away has partnered with tennis star Serena Williams in a multi-year deal.  The company announced the launch of a luggage collection it codesigned with the tennis star.  The company promised that there will be more Away Serena Williams products coming in 2020.

Williams will also be featured in the in-house print Magazine, Away. Williams has previously worked with Nike and HSN.  She also has her own label, Serena.

Away had previously launched products in collaboration with Karlie Kloss and Dwyane Wade.  The company was founded in 2016, and is headquartered in New York.

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