Jennifer Capriati vs Justine Henin in a rollercoaster three-hour marathon! | US Open 2003 Semifinal

Jennifer Capriati and Justine Henin go head to head in a gripping, seesaw affair that plays out over three hours and three minutes - making it the longest women's match in US Open history at the time! Both players ride a rollercoaster of emotions and push their bodies to the limit in this epic three-set thriller. How tight was the win? Both players won a total of 127 points. It remains the latest-ever finish to a US Open semifinal - ending at 12:27am on the Saturday!
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[@wahn10]

Imagine being 5-2 down in the final set of a grand slam semifinal. Crowd going nuts and cheering for your opponent. And you fight your way back, point by point -- through cramps. Never once complaining or whining, just did her job at an extraordinary level. Unforgettable class by JH. She is one of my all time faves.

[@tramp2827]

My all-time fave. She never complains or whines, no matter what.

[@JaNeZoKu]

Fantastic match! Miss this kind of women's tennis. Henin' backhand I can never tire of, pure magic.

[@mahjonglivestreaming4535]

Um there was no double bouce

[@seltaeb9691]

Capriati's limp handshake was bad manners, Henin played fair & not one bad word, her look tho could freeze you!

[@stayfocused3175]

Finally! That's THE CLASSIC par excellence! From the first rally to the end an unbelievably good level with absolutely crazy points. Very high level, drama, exitement, emotions and also the crowd in the stadium went full on! Without a doubt one of the best WTA matches of all times for me! US Open, many thanks for uploading this match!

[@dctrex]

Spectacular match, just a pure display of guts and class from Justine Henin!

[@bobomber]

Henin was able to beat her opponent, the crowd, and the line judges who were pressured into making bad calls by Capriati's constant whining about every ball that was even remotely close to a line.

[@tramp2827]

She had to beat the announcers too.

[@rogerhills9962]

Jusine Henin played with so much guts. A rare talent! Probably the best women's match of a long time!

[@Alexander-dt2eq]

when she quit i stopped watching women's tennis... she was the last one to actually "play" tennis

[@fundhund62]

There were a couple of really classic matches in those years, like this one, Mauresmo-Davenport AO 99, Serena-Henin FO 03, Hingis-Serena AO 2001 or Serena-Sharapova AO 2005.

[@Ahito1984]

2:09:40 She finished her show, Henin's turn now. I'm Belgian, you don't imagine the emotions we went through this legendary play.

[@farkhodkholmamatov3857]

Justine is one of the best player ever!

[@farkhodkholmamatov3857]

@Norman Smithers I do not think so

[@nifayataj1004]

Without a doubt

[@leetang1964]

She is so exciting to watch i dont mind paying thousands just to watch her play live 😊

[@dariatregan7512]

May even be slightly better than Serena

[@Lil08103]

😂😂​ @@dariatregan7512

[@maikerukuku]

I saw this match years ago aired on TV as a flashback, it was indeed one of the best US semifinals of all time.

[@Gitfiddle]

Henin is the PERFECT example of power thru the kinetic chain. Perfect timing = power and consistency. Of all the female players I’ve ever seen her technique is the most interesting, beautiful, perfection. Flow state.

[@christianWilliams-pc4jn]

Definitely but I think Davenport is the cleanest striker of the ball of all time

[@steelerfan6791]

I say Venus

[@michaelandrews6133]

Yes henin has a unique amazing style that no one else has but Capriotti amazingly what she’s gone through shows outstanding power!! And she obviously has done amazing conditioning she’s in credible shape right now looks a strong as a bull!

[@pgarciaAP]

She's a cheater.

[@tdc_2021]

@@christianWilliams-pc4jn decent hitter but pretty slow racket head speed. Relied on looser strings for power

[@pjesf]

This was a good match. I wish the commentary had been better - neither of them offered much more than a casual tennis fan might have said. "Cat fight", "hard-hitting", "great shot on the run", announce the score, etc. Very little in terms of strategy, court positioning, percentages, point construction, what the big points were and how they were played - the stuff that pros have inique insight to

[@JHpchy]

One of the beeeeeeest matches of ALL TIME, if not the best. The intensity, quality, tenacity n versatility are untouchable both emotionally and physically. D.A.M.N. Women's tennis once was this GOOD !!! 2 show-offs, Justine n Jennifer...

[@TheHolisticSoul]

Definitely one of the best matches in the women's tennis history! Thank you for uploading the complete game! Been waiting for this for so long. Justine Henin really was a tough-minded and a well-rounded athlete who played in the women's tennis! It was indeed a great game having fought her cramps and nerves at the same time! Her one-handed backhand top spin never let her down! It was and has always been a perfect weapon against anybody in the court! I miss you so much Juju!

[@lintonblaise2356]

Henin the comeback queen

[@lilcarriepeng]

I remember watching this live.... it was brutal!

[@missourimanful]

Thank you US Open. An incredible match. Henin just would continue to fight even when cramping. Never give up

[@GuibinXu]

Thank you for posting this match, Henin just plays beautiful tennis.

[@sophiejurfest6243]

I remember it so well; it was the middle of the night here in Belgium. What a match with a happy ending

[@guicon2007]

1:39:24 one of the best points I´ve ever seen!

[@myerklamb8529]

I remember watching this live as a freshman in college and SCREAMING in my dorm room when she won that point, my neighbors must have thought I was crazy. Still the best passing shot I've ever seen.

[@kimrain6522]

Geez don't may be go back and watch again.

[@gmr7494]

UNBELIEVABLE!!!!!!!!!!

[@rbutthamilton]

Those were the days when they hit the balls flatter and the courts are faster. So much more exhilarating to watch.

[@thorium222]

When I watched this live I turned it off after the first set, because I was so angry that the linesmen were getting bullied to give the points to Capriati and that the spectators screamed "out!" on excellent shots of Henin even on the set point! I thought this was an unfair contest that Henin could not overcome. Boy was I wrong!

[@seltaeb9691]

Unfortunately Hawkeye wasn't officially part of tennis rules, it was purely for tv viewers, trouble is it's based on a 2 dimensional circle but if you actually placed the ball a few mm still on the line it looks ridiculously out & really is. I think a certain limit over needs to be looked at.

[@deedledave9826]

I think Capriati and Arantxa were the worst for disputed line calls. Glad that Hawkeye has eliminated that from the game.

[@dixonyee1209]

the ghost of the 91 semi final third set tiebreaker loss to Seles came back to haunt Capriati in this match and again the next year to Dementieva. Capriati served at least five times for a place in the US open final in those three matches combined

[@kidpagronprimsank05]

Henin, along with Serena and Graf, must have some of the strongest mentality in the game. In this match, Henin so many times were within 2 points to lose the match

[@kadeb3184]

Don’t forget Monica Seles! Before she was stabbed, she was *so* resilient; she was never afraid.

[@joeyuijlemananthonijs1378]

Dont forget Seles ! One of the strongest mentality ever!

[@katerinapatiniotis5598]

Serena??? "I'm a "womaann" I'm a mother! 😫😩😫😩😫😱...I'm gonna shove the ball down your throat"👺👺😡 Serena??? With the steroid rage? She's a bad loser, and can't stand other players beating her. The worst role model for the sport.

[@regulusarcturus]

@@katerinapatiniotis5598 You are clearly delusional. 1. The original comment referred to Serena's mental toughness. Despite her recent losses in Slams, she is known for her mental fortitude throughout her career. She has won a record 32 matches after saving match points and won 4 of her Slams having saved match points in route to the title. In addition to that, she managed to come back to the top three times after falling out of the top 100. 2. Serena is absolutely not the "worst" role model. She had three isolated arguments with umpires throughout a 22 year long career. She is the only player on the WTA apart from Kim Clijsters who hugged each and every single opponent who beat her in a Slam final.

[@kidpagronprimsank05]

@@katerinapatiniotis5598 well, we talking about someone whose almost all spectators in the stadium almost literally wanted her head in one match and she still won

[@tennisstarayaan6985]

THE BATTLE OF 2003

[@dctrbrass]

That ace @ 45:09 :) awesome match!!!! I'm a new fan, and am enjoying these older matches.

[@PoetryInMotionXxXx]

I am so looking forward to this!

[@sportstravel4129]

Hands down, THE best match ever.

[@OSB1111]

Two of my favorite players of all time. At the time Jennifer was my favorite and Justine was a close second. I’m so glad that Justine went on to win the title here. Would have been also nice to see Jen in a USO final. Although I think her real chance to win the title here was the following year in 2004. Amazing tennis from both and brought back memories.. Thank you US Open for posting this incredible match!! Worthy of a grand slam final!

[@bernardlanguillier7970]

Great match, one that Capriati lost because of what I perceive as a lack of respect for her opponent. It shows in her attitude, it shows in the way she shakes her hand,... and that's IMHO the same reason why she never became the great player she had the potential to be. It feels like she was trained to play tennis as if it were a sport you can play without factoring in the opponent. As if victory only depended on the way she played. This mindset works up to a certain point. Up to a point when you meet opponents that have a deeper understanding of the true nature of the game.

[@tenisfin]

I know what you mean, but Capriati had a fighting spirit that could come across as disrespectful to her opponents, even when not intended. She was a bit like a terrier, she just didn't have fear of other players; she thought she always had a chance. I wish Davenport had had more of that mentality at times.

[@GreySox]

Not surprising that she became a Trump supporter. Bad character.

[@khainguyen3056]

@@GreySox You're getting off topic lefty.

[@walterajimenez9466]

I remember this match so well....I remember that Henin had to go to the hospital after the match due to dehydration.

[@djhero8195]

And she still battered clijsters in the final.. crazy she phenomenal

[@justineandserena]

I am Thinking henin in 2003 was tougher then she was in 2007.. henin in 2003 was more fearless.. 2006-2007 she choked a little bit

[@kimrain6522]

yeah, she was stubborn bull, wouldn't drink water at break.

[@user-be5qg7mr1s]

Henin was such a complete player. The elegant backhand and powerful forehand

[@flavieflo848]

What an extraordinary match !! One of the best in women's tennis history ! In the 3rd set it was like cramping against nerves... but the quality of the game was still there ; thank you so much for up loading this wonderful match 🙏

[@marcosanegron]

Yes ! Thanks for posting this US Open .. we've been waiting for it :)

[@Qacc6]

I remember following the crazy score changes of this match online, through an old raggedy desktop screen.

[@josnezu]

One of the best if not the best women's match I've seen. Unforgettable.

[@mrmagassi]

Amazing tennis from both ladies and heartbreaking for us Jenn fans to see her lose yet again in the 3rd set tie-breaker in the Semis at the US Open! I think Justine was cramping towards the end... the fact that she beat Kim in the final easily is remarkable!

[@kongterry2653]

Finally .... Been waiting for this for a long time!

[@KeyofDavid5778]

These players were just tough! Before they ruined the integrity of the game allowing the players to call timeouts for every little thing with the trainer! These types of matches won't be produced anymore because of all the trainer timeouts! Pure guts and heart and soul on both players for gutting this match out.

[@patrickformentos5489]

This match is insanely good! Wow what a match!

[@alainysaur]

I remember watching this watch :D was great then, still is now.

[@kenarthur6253]

Capriati choked and gave a lame handshake at the end. She had issues.

[@dctrbrass]

Yeah really; I was expecting a hug after that long, tough match.

[@lintonblaise2356]

Me too

[@kimrain6522]

Exactly very disappointing, they both had excellent skill.

[@m_aggie]

im born after 2000 and so i've only recently had time to do my research and watch older wta legends like these two. out of everyone i've watched from the 70s-2000s, monica seles and justine henin have amazed me the most. the level of tennis is just beyond me, it's not even tennis anymore WOW

[@arihantsinha8137]

I am born in 1990s and had not watched women tennis before 2010s. Well I came to exact same conclusion Seles and Henin. Their mental fortitude was enormous. For Henin how she excelled in the era of power hitting despite her short height is simply beyond my understanding.

[@ragsvd5382]

Arihant Sinha absolutely it's beyond my comprehension as well sinha ji.

[@GeorgeT370]

The level these two are playing is soooo high it really seems as if womans tennis did`t get any better during the last 20 years....they both would blow almost any recent female tennis player off the court...

[@netfun8087]

I’ve heard knowledgeable people say that Henin was known for poor sportsmanship. I can’t speak to that as I never saw any example of it. But speaking purely of her tennis, it sure was beautiful to watch. How she created all that power and pace from such a small physical frame is just remarkable. And her backhand is arguably the best one-handed topspin backhand of all time, male or female.

[@ChicanoPhD]

She was the poorest sport of the last 20 years!

[@tremaine861]

Capriati expected Henin to simply just give her the match, she got complacent

[@Jmz249]

Um i dn think so , hennin is a good player she wouldnt have been compalacent, it js wasnt her day

[@pjesf]

When someone loses a match like this there is bound to be extreme disappointment but one thing I love is to see the defeated player showing class. Unfortunately that did not happen here. Justine was the better player and, as such, she deserved the victory and some respect from her opponent

[@LivingProof26]

@@pjesf I think you're right, BUT....Capriati never showed some class and respect in defeat. At least, not that I remember.

[@gymmygymmy2685]

No. She couldn't keep calm and cool. That's probably 1 of the reasons why she lost the match

[@mandre6488]

Justine Henin my all time favorite player.

[@torbenm2375]

This was the highest level match of all time. And I am following tennis since 1985.

[@bobmalack481]

Pound for pound, smallish Justin Henen-Ardenne greatest female tennis player ever hands down, plus greatest 1 handed womens backhand. And I mean in size (5'5) and 126 lb. weight. Untouchable.

[@angel91485]

white washed comment

[@chillguy102]

Not even close to the greatest players

[@bobmalack481]

@@chillguy102 You missed the key phrase..POUND FOR POUND, at 5 foot 5 1/2 inches and 126 pounds. Best womens 1 handed backhand all time. Billy Jean King and John Mcenroe said is such as I just stated. You are not very bright. I value their and my opinion over yours. Robert at 68

[@angel91485]

@@chillguy102 agreed, cant even beat Mauresmo and Bartoli in Wimbledon

[@bobmalack481]

@@angel91485 Bartoli was great for basically ONE season, and at Wimbledon against that 1 finalist wonder that we never heard from again, can't remember her name.I liked Bartoli stuffing her 2nd ball under her shorts. Poor gal contracted a disease that basically had her in line style wise as the next Monica Seles.

[@laprimaverrra]

17:51 The precision required to execute such a shot - hit through with a lot of pace down the line, on the run, over the highest part of the net, so close to the baseline - that's just next level!

[@jbolanowski1]

one-handed bh from Henin, occasional S&V from Capriati, had no idea that women tennis used to be interesting and not one-dimensional.

[@alanchong7513]

Only interesting when the women play like this! This to me is one of the greatest women's matches of all time!

[@JHpchy]

@@alanchong7513 Agree

[@myerklamb8529]

Capriati is the definition of one dimensional tennis. Girl couldn't hit a volley to save her life, and she averaged like 2 backhand winners per match. She was a great forehand and absolutely nothing else

[@lb4585]

wtffff all the calls against henin demented

[@iamshadowbanned699]

Capriati got too complacent. I still love watching her play.

[@patrickformentos5489]

These two were Serena’s greatest nemesis back in the day..

[@beavertown2006]

The first point was already stunningly gripping that led to joy of high quality 2.5 hours.

[@rachael5622]

More like two lionesses battling over prey on the Serengeti. Cat fight doesn't age well and doesn't do it justice. Both such legends.

[@alainysaur]

Sensational match from two world class champions!

[@littlehelix]

What a thriller!

[@seltaeb9691]

This was a man's game being played by both & it's how Henin plays coming into the net & great swishing backhands whilst Capriati is all about power.

[@BurnsTennis]

Aha!! I never saw the match at the time but heard a lot about it. I LOOK forward to watching the entire match. Thanks US Open :-) By the way, was a big Capriati fan, all those missed opportunities in the semis.....

[@hikaru5802]

1:39:24

[@internaute_]

Great vid, thanks. What a match !

[@achungchiru9818]

Wonderful match congrts Justine 👍👍🔥🔥

[@MrGhiles12]

What a match !

[@kewsiyehboah6058]

Up there With Best Matches Ever.. In Swahili.. Kichawi.. ( Magical )..

[@rachael5622]

I'd love to see that forehand from a different angle. Wow

[@angelatanurdzic7508]

Incredible match. Bravo Justine❣️

[@kidpagronprimsank05]

13:57 Jen went mad about close line call (it's in Jen)

[@chillguy102]

Surprise surprise she complained about any close call

[@sportstravel4129]

@@chillguy102 she is famous for complaining in all of her matches close call or not

[@badmaru6699]

She did a lot to the William s sister lolz complain complain

[@LOLONO666]

they could both be still number 1 in the world nowadays

[@tigerbalm666]

Both great players, but Henin is mentally and physically superior.

[@michaeledwards7967]

Capriati was an excellent player but she is in no way 'great'. The impetuous throwing of the racket and shouting at the baseline judge on calls that were demonstrably correct belie an underlying deep sense of entitlement. An impetuous toddler who happens to play excellent tennis should not be called 'great'.

[@Vipa567]

@@michaeledwards7967 she was a great player, whether you like her attitude or not.

[@juliuscepeda9655]

@@michaeledwards7967 I agree. the match could have gone either way, but the difference was Henin’s mental toughness. The same could be said of the ‘90 semi between Capriati and Seles. At this level of skill and performance, it all boils down to who wants it more.

[@thorium222]

Epic match. Hard to believe that people still complain about the one point where Serena should have gotten a first serve and got only a second serve at their French Open semi that year while Henin was basically robbed of points in this US Open semi here because Capriati put so much pressure on the umpire. Serena did not lose in the French Open because she did not got the one first serve she should have but because Henin was the better clay court player. And Henin did not lose here although she was robbed of points here because she toughed it out.

[@melmc3306]

Hennin had arguably the most complete game in the history of tennis. Her mental discipline/composure under pressure, tremendous sportsmanship and just sheer damned tenacity was second-to-none. An absolute pocket rocket powerhouse! I was a massive Henin fan back in the day and was totally gutted the day she announced her retirement....first and second time! 🤣 Capriati behaved like a brat, always did and sadly never matured from what I gather. She had a successful career but I also believe she squandered a lot of opportunities and that (not even) half-hearted handshake at the end of this match was disgusting. The only thing that really plagued Henin throughout her career were the endless double-faults, she could never seem to match her power with accuracy during service. Unfortunately for our American brethren across the pond, every time Henin hit a double-fault this New York crowd confirmed yet again & again that they are one of the most ungracious & unsportsmanlike audiences in the world. It’s one thing to cheer for your home player, it’s quite another to cheer/boo/harass an opposing player every time they make a mistake. A carbon copy of this behaviour was when Haley beat S. Williams in the final. Absolutely vile behaviour and a real shame as this doesn’t reflect the majority of Americans.

[@regulusarcturus]

Tremendous sportsmanship? Hilarious. She was actively disliked by the majority of WTA players for her lack of sportsmanship. Notable examples include cheating against Serena Williams in the semi-final of the 2003 French Open and against fellow countrywoman Kim Clijsters in the final of the 2004 Australian Open. Also, she disgracefully retired midway through a Grand Slam final in 2006 while she was getting her ass handed to her by Mauresmo, spoiling her first Grand Slam victory. Sheer tenacity? She wasn't very tenacious when she gave up in 2008 due to loss of motivation even though she was ranked #1 at the time.

[@melmc3306]

@@regulusarcturus Thanks for that pal, I needed a good laugh today and your reply was just the tonic 🤣🤣🤣

[@abigailerasmus6269]

The Best Woman's match ever in terms of Contrasting styles of play!!!

[@LeonardoGalotera]

In spite of the odds (umpire bad, late call), cramps, and shaky forehand, Justine found the strength and mental fortitude to keep going and it paid off. Her one-handed backhand caused so much damage to Capriati's confidence.

[@guicon2007]

This is the greatest female tennis match of all time! No doubts...

[@Carsandhome]

For sheer quality of tennis at the very highest level, nothing beats the Wimbledon 2008 finals for both Men and Women's game. End of.

[@peterhammer4644]

@@CarsandhomeEverybody remembers Roger vs Rafa but dont even remember who played in the womens final in that year 😀.

[@maxfrasier]

@@Carsandhome yes by finishing with End Of it must be true.....

[@jesslosaria9322]

Another classic match

[@antonmarino6568]

One of the best women matches ever played.

[@KnowTrentTimoy]

This could've been a 6-4 6-3 match win for Cappy but the steely grit of Henin willed her way to the championship.

[@aemiliadelroba4022]

Justin is awesome 👏 ❤❤❤

[@BurnsTennis]

I don't know who the second commentator is but I disgaree with her at 05:36 Just because you hit the ball extremely hard does not mean you are extremely aggressive. In my opinion there are three main things I saw why Jennifer kept losing US Open semifinals: 1. Jennifer hit off the backfoot too often for my liking 2. Backed off attacking short midcourt balls and often scurried back ot the baseline 3. Played far too emotional and not with her head. Jennifer played too passive, not extremely agressive. Here is a perfect example of what she was prone to do at 01:53 In a strong positioon inside the baseline, got back two floating balls which she could easily have come in and put away a volley, and ended up losing the point. The interesting thing about that is how many modern players ended up playing this way, simply not able to take the initaitive due to insecurity about going forward, hence so many endless long rallies today. I don't know whether Jennifer choked as a lot of people say she did in 2003 and 2004 against Dementieva, perhaps she did. But there is no question Jennifer simply did not take the initative often enough to go in for the kill on many points, and definitely many important points. Who was the commentator with Dave Luddy? I got the impression she is an ex player. I am a bit bemused how an ex player would throw the word "aggressive" around so willy nilly. I remember reading a quote after her 1991 US Open semifinal loss to Seles where Jennifer said she wished she played more aggressive, so she understood even as a young teenager she needed to take the initaive more in big matches, but unfortunately often wasn't able to do it at the US Open.

[@kidpagronprimsank05]

Battle of all battle for WTA match at US Open.

[@tennissir1986]

Great match. Caprioti clearly choked in the tie breaker and showed very little respect for Henin after the match.

[@chheyden]

Who puts these silly ads into this extra great match?

[@gymmygymmy2685]

What an inspiration from Henin, always my fav female tennis player

[@guicon2007]

"In one of the...if not the best women tennis matches I´ve ever seen" the commentator said

[@yacovmitchenko1490]

Justine is one of my favorite players! Such a beautiful style! But, love, what happened to your forehand during the 2nd set?

[@luckystar1010]

I really thought this was the year for Capriati, sad that it was never meant to be.

[@ricksteven2155]

Henin became an amazing player because of Venus and Serena hands down. To be on their level you had to bring your best. Henin was one of the rarities in that she brought her best not only against them but the rest of the field lol I can't say the same for other rivals or pretenders

[@dbeaton1111]

Jennifer was a great player, but she never really grew up, and that very long hiatus probably cost her at least a few slams. Justine had to retire early because of a nagging elbow injury, and that and her first retirement probably cost her at least a few slams. Justine and Jennifer were two greats of the game, and either of them, playing like this, could be #1 today.

[@paskeetje]

I saw the Antwerp final highlights between Henin and Venus in 2002. Some Americans were complaining about the Belgian crowd being biased... Ahem...

[@vanessacamilleri441]

Loved watching Justine play. Her back hand no joke. Capriati, what a waste 😢

[@luciferd4581]

What do you mean by what a waste

[@vanessacamilleri441]

@@luciferd4581 she ruined her career with drugs

[@goldwolf0606]

Man, capriati is thick. She’s like white serena. Hennin had to have mad skill to beat that giant.

[@kelechiasika9429]

Navratilova, Graff, Hingis, Seles, Capriati, Venus, Serena, Clijsters, Henin, Mauresmo, Kournikova, Sharapova, Davenport ... WTA used to have sooooo many ballers back in the day. So sad to see the current state of it where it's just Serena and everyone else.

[@gymmygymmy2685]

Plus Dementieva

[@mejdi8292]

Pffff i don't know why Jennifer was my favorite player when i was young, she's so arrogant and cheater sorry, the day when she played against Elena DEMENTIEVA in the semis of the US OPEN, i felt in love with E.D a sucj incredable match !!!!! Please, could you add the match Jennifer VS Elena semi final US OPEN 2004 ???

[@db200508]

Elena is one of my favorite players. Such a beautiful game.

[@sportstravel4129]

I second that!

[@normadesmond6017]

Henin was such a magical player. She could have won from anyone. Even Capriati.

[@sols9449]

Henin is like a female Federer. One of the nicest games to watch.

[@peterhammer6915]

Great match. Sad to see Capriati being such a sore loser, didn't even look at Justine on handshake.

[@pierdomenicosommati443]

I thought just the same. I expected something very different to be honest, after such a match.

[@missourimanful]

@Peter Hammer -Exactly. Great point. A very very sore loser. Win with class, and lose with class.

[@mrmagassi]

In fairness, in her press conference after the match (and after clearly crying a lot) Jennifer did say she hoped Justine would go all the way and win the title...

[@michaeledwards7967]

Amazing match. I love Henin's calmness in the face of a booming Capriati. But I cannot help but feel that Capriati lost this one, slightly more than I feel Henin won it.

[@dwellcarehh4504]

Justine Henin: missed her so much in court, My Federer of Womens' tennis! Irish O Tx

[@HunterBidenCocaineBag]

Like Navratilova, Capriati's antics on the court made it impossible for me to root for her.

[@witoldjakubczak6080]

One of the best match women's ever I've ever seen and even in HISTORY!!!Sorry for Capriati 😪She has to win😔

[@internaute_]

2:13:57 Indeed.