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Open Audition

The US Open National Playoffs narrowed down the field from 859 men to just 16, but only one was the men’s champion and earned a wild card into the 2010 US Open Qualifying Tournament.

National Playoffs: 1,232 Players, Countless Stories

The 2010 US Open National Playoffs Sectional Qualifying Tournaments came to a close, but not before delivering some riveting tennis—and the characters and personalities to match.

Texas: Walker is back in the game

Todd Walker grew up playing tennis before embarking on a long career as a Major League Baseball second baseman. Now, three years after retiring from baseball, he competed in the US Open National Playoffs.

Middle States: Learning to adapt

Eduardo Lugo, who competes without the use of a left arm, refused to let a disability undermine his dream of playing in the US Open.

Middle States: NJTL standout sets sights on US Open

Michelle Gbelama grew into tennis through her NJTL program in Trenton, N.J., and became a two-time team MVP at Drew University. Then she pursued a spot in the 2010 US Open through the US Open National Playoffs.