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U.S. Open players get this little-known perk for free

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For two weeks every year, Julien Farel runs the U.S. Open’s only hair salon and tends to the needs of world’s best tennis players. For some, a haircut from Farel is an indispensable good luck charm.

Breakdown
  • The U.S. Open offers free haircuts and grooming services to players, coaches, and trainers. 43s
  • Julien Faurel has been the official hairdresser at the U.S. Open for 15 years. 20s
  • Faurel's salon is located inside Arthur Ashe Stadium, next to the player gym. 25s
  • Faurel is known for styling top players, including Rafael Nadal and Rajiv Ram. 1m 4s
  • Players value the quality and experience of Faurel's services during the tournament. 1m 55s
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