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5 things about new French Open champion Barbora Krejcikova

Getting to know Roland Garros champion Krejcikova.

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Barbora Krejcikova became one of tennis’ most unexpected grand slam champions with victory at the French Open.

The 25-year-old Czech defeated another first-time finalist in Russian Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-1 2-6 6-4 at Roland Garros.

Here, the PA news agency gets to know Krejcikova.

Doubling up

Influence of Novotna

Jana Novotna was one of Wimbledon's favourite champions
Jana Novotna was one of Wimbledon’s favourite champions (Neil Munns/PA)

Late bloomer

Idol Henin

Justine Henin was a big inspiration for Krejcikova
Justine Henin was a big inspiration for Krejcikova (Rebecca Naden/PA)

Tennis lover

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