Safin triumphs over Youzhny at China Open

Updated: 2004-09-19 21:51

Marat Safin of Russia lifts his trophy at the China Open after beating compatriot Mikhail Youzhny 7-6 7-5 in the final in Beijing September 19,2004. This is Safin's first title in 22 months. [www.chinaopen.cn]

Marat Safin of Russia hits a forehand against compatriot Mikhail Youzhny at the final of the China Open in Beijing September 19, 2004. Safin ended a 22-month title drought with a 7-6 7-5 victory over Youzhny. [Reuters]

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