Popov lifts home title, set for world No. 1 spot as France emerge as force in men's singles

Christo Popov of France. - AFP

PETALING JAYA: Tears of joy flowed for Christo Popov after he fulfilled his dream of winning the men’s singles title at the French Open on Sunday.

The 24-year-old ended an 80-year wait for a home champion and, to cap his memorable triumph, is set to become the new world No. 1 when the latest rankings are released on Tuesday.

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法国的克里斯托·波波夫。——法新社

八打灵再也：克里斯托·波波夫在周日的法国网球公开赛上实现了赢得男单冠军的梦想，喜极而泣。

这位 24 岁的选手结束了 80 年来本土选手无缘冠军的局面，而且为了给这场令人难忘的胜利锦上添花，他有望在周二公布的最新排名中成为新的世界第一。

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