This is what Richard's coach, Sergi Bruguera, had to say after Richard's third round loss against Fernando Verdasco 3-6 2-6 3-6. Before, Richard had scored a win against against Carlos Berlocq: 7-6 6-4 6-4.
Bruguera, thinking already further ahead in the season, referred to Richard adapting to competition again after his long injury break, thus fully supporting Richard's decision to give it a go in Roland Garros despite being badly prepared.
Richard's next tournament is Halle on grass.
