Andriy Medvedev

Ukrainian-Monégasque tennis player

Andriy Medvedev - Ukrainian-Monégasque tennis player
Born

August 31st, 1974
51 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ukraine

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A professional tennis player with significant achievements during the 1990s. Reached a career-high singles ranking of World No. 4 in 1994. Had notable performances in Grand Slam tournaments, including reaching the semifinals of the French Open in 1999. Also competed in the ATP Tour, winning a total of four singles titles.

Achieved a career-high ranking of No. 4

Reached the semifinals of the 1999 French Open

Won four ATP singles titles

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