Harel Levy

Israeli tennis player and Olympic competitor

Harel Levy - Israeli tennis player and Olympic competitor
Born

August 5th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Israel

Links & References

Competed as a professional tennis player representing Israel. Participated in the 2000 Sydney Olympics in men's singles and doubles. Played primarily on the ATP Tour, achieving a career-high singles ranking of World No. 29. Reached the fourth round of the 2000 Australian Open in singles and had success in doubles tournaments, contributing to Israel's Davis Cup team.

Competed in the 2000 Sydney Olympics

Achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of 29

Reached fourth round of the Australian Open (2000)

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