As far as I'm concerned, it was obvious." Known for his sensational, one-handed backhand, Gasquet reached a career-high ranking of No. 7 in July 2007 and earned more than $21 million in prize money.

Fish tried to employ a surprise serve-and-volley play but bumped a routine backhand volley into the net to fall into a love-40 hole in the ninth game of the match. After a ripping return, Gasquet ...