Clinical Tsonga ends Henman era

Flushing Meadows, New York, 27 August-9 September

Tim Henman put in a battling display before his Grand Slam career came to an end with a 7-6 2-6 7-5 6-4 defeat to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga at the US Open.

The 32-year-old Briton displayed some of his trademark touch at the net and raised hopes of another improbable win after dominating the second set.

But Frenchman Tsonga, 22, put Henman under increasing pressure with some magnificent serving.

Henman saved one match point at 3-5 but Tsonga kept his cool to seal victory.

The Briton will make his final farewell to tennis at Britain's Davis Cup tie against Croatia, which begins on 21 September at Wimbledon.

Source: BBC Sport