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From Serena's dominance to the strong showing of other U.S. players, here are 10 takeaways from the women's draw in Paris.

Maria Sharapova and Jelena Jankovic are very different players, but they have more in common than you.

The U.S. sent four women into the fourth round in Paris. Unfortunately, the three who played Monday all lost in straight sets.

Victoria Azarenka swept the final nine games and advanced to the women's quarterfinals by beating 2010 champion Francesca Schiavone 6-3, 6-0 at the French Open Monday.

Although the last of the U.S. men have bid adieu to Roland Garros, four American women have advanced to the second week and make up a quarter of the field left in the French Open.

Even when she wins, it's pretty obvious clay isn't Victoria Azarenka's thing.

It was a moist but marvelous Week 1 at the French Open. But now it's time for business.

Sloane Stephens of the United States reached the French Open's fourth round for the second consecutive year with a 6-4, 6-7 (5), 6-3 victory Saturday over 92nd-ranked Marina Erakovic, who was penalized a point in the third set for getting coached.

The Americans are making a statement at Roland Garros. Has it been just a good few days or a sign of things to come?

It's a narrative no one saw coming: Watch out for the fierce American uprising on the red clay.

Rejuvenated by a rain delay, Bethanie Mattek-Sands rallied past 2011 champion Li Na 5-7, 6-3, 6-2 Thursday at Roland Garros.

There might be some confusion about who Jamie Hampton is, but all you need to know is this: She's the latest American woman to win at the French Open.

The quality of play among U.S. women has increased in the past year. Their hard work is paying off in the French Open.

Maria Sharapova's determination to overcome both her awkwardness on clay and major shoulder sugery paid off with a career-defining French Open title last year.

Serena Williams already has a career Grand Slam. Another French Open title would be a nice addition to her resume, but it's not necessary for her legacy.

The big four are the big four. Yawn. We know where to find them deep into the majors. If you want intrigue, though, look no further than these unpredictable outsiders.