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Eugenie & Jelena: Struggling Bouchard can find solace in Jankovic's story

The "it young lady" of the WTA Tour can discover some solace in Jankovic's losing-streak-turned-example of overcoming adversity. (AP Photo)  Keep in mind when, simply a year ago, Eugenie Bouchard was being touted as the new "it young lady" in tennis? Only five months back, we made the then-20-year-old the center of our 2015 season sneak peak. It was not without justifiable reason: The Canadian, who started 2014 positioned No. 32, had moved to No. 5 and came to the Australian and French Open elimination rounds and Wimbledon last along the way.  How things have changed. Nowadays, Bouchard is more inclined to be shelled with cynics and commentators than worshipping fans and plush toys. Her first-round win yesterday in Eastbourne over Alison Riske was only her second triumph in her last 12 matches. It was a transitory treatment: Earlier today, she resigned with a stomach harm while trailing Belinda Bencic 6-4, 3-0. Every time Bouchard has seemed to h...