Guillermo Coria
Argentinian tennis player and finalist
Born
January 13th, 1982
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Argentina
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Born in 1982, this Argentine tennis player achieved significant success in men's singles tennis. Specializing on clay courts, he reached the finals of the French Open in 2004, ultimately finishing as a runner-up. Throughout his career, he won three ATP Masters Series titles and a total of 9 ATP singles titles. His playing style was characterized by strong baseline play, quick footwork, and effective shot variety. He represented Argentina in several international competitions, including the Davis Cup. After years of competing at a high level, he retired from professional tennis in 2007, leaving a mark on the sport's history.
Reached the French Open finals in 2004
Won 9 ATP singles titles
Competed for Argentina in Davis Cup
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