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NEWS JC is to be awarded the gold medal for "la Real Orden del Mérito Deportivo de 2003" (the Real Order of Merit in Sports for 2003). He is being recognized for his special contribution to Spanish sports.

Here are a couple articles in Spanish:

>> Ferrero y Marta Dominguez, premiados con la medalla...
>> El CSD concede las distinciones del Mérito Deportivo


ARTICLE A slightly old but still amazing fan piece outlining some of JC's most memorable tennis moments as well as the qualities that make him not only a great player but also a great person. A must read for all JC fans!!

Juan Carlos II -- Spanish King of Tennis by Priyanka Tayal

Juan Carlos Ferrero, a name that has been on the lips of many tennis lovers across the world. Whether posing as a threat to their favorite player, or being their favorite, Ferrero truly has entered the minds and hearts of global spectators, capturing the very essence of mastering the game...

>> read the entire article

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This article was written in June so there is no mention of the US Open or JC's 4th title of 2003 in Madrid. ^^