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EPISODE · Feb 6, 2026 · 8 MIN

Bonus - Flirting with Perfection: Steffi Graf's 1988 French Final

from Steffi & Monica: The Greatest Rivalry That Never Was · host JHughes Productions

What does true perfection look like in tennis—and why is it so elusive? This episode dives deep into the elusive “golden match,” the feat of winning 48 straight points without conceding one, and explores how the pursuit of flawless play has haunted the greatest champions for decades.

What does true perfection look like in tennis—and why is it so elusive? This episode dives deep into the elusive “golden match,” the feat of winning 48 straight points without conceding one, and explores how the pursuit of flawless play has haunted the greatest champions for decades.

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Bonus - Flirting with Perfection: Steffi Graf's 1988 French Final

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What does true perfection look like in tennis—and why is it so elusive? This episode dives deep into the elusive “golden match,” the feat of winning 48 straight points without conceding one, and explores how the pursuit of flawless play has haunted...

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