Stefan Edberg Rolex Paris Masters 1990 victory reflections, Digi Mart USA News: Stefan Edberg recalled his 1990 title at the Rolex Paris Masters in an interview published by the tournament as part of its 40th anniversary celebrations. He said he remembered the victory well, though the final was unexpectedly brief.
Edberg said he felt good going into the final and was pleased to face Boris Becker again, as the two had often met in the championship match that year. He had expected a long final, and believed the crowd did as well, but the match did not unfold that way.
Becker was injured and had to retire after the first set, which was tied 3-3 at the time.
Edberg had won his opening matches with ease and was ranked world No. 1 at the time, having beaten Becker in the Wimbledon final. He described it as frustrating not to have a fuller contest against his main rival, noting that both players were at the peak of their games across the early 1990s.
He said they had clashed in many major matches during those years.
Asked about his relationship with Paris audiences, Edberg said he felt the public had always liked him and supported him there. He said he still feels appreciated when he returns, possibly because of his style of play, and he thanked French fans for their consistent support.
Edberg also praised the Plenitude Arena, the tournament’s new venue. He said the complex was fantastic and special, and that having all of the courts, including the large side courts, under one roof must be a pleasure for players.
He said he believed the tournament had succeeded with its move.
