Summary

The next section is titled The 1995 French Open. Carrie thinks about all the previous times she played here and considers the true meaning of “greatness.” She is comfortable in this setting.

The first chapter of this section is titled “Soto vs. Zetov.” Carrie faces player Petra Zetov, a young woman ranked 89th who has a “rabid fan base” and does a lot of commercials. Carrie easily wins, then continues to win while Nicki and Bowe are also winning. Javier makes a mistake about who Carrie is playing next. Carrie wipes her shoes and goes onto the court. The next chapter is titled “Soto vs. Moretti.” Carrie wins against Odette Moretti, making it to the quarterfinals for the first time. Carrie struggles not to cry, then realizes that she does not have to hide her emotions. For the first time ever...