Hicham Arazi

Moroccan professional tennis player

Hicham Arazi - Moroccan professional tennis player
Born

October 19th, 1973
51 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Morocco

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Achieved significant success in professional tennis during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Ranked as high as 14th in the ATP singles rankings. Competed at multiple Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the fourth round at the French Open in 2001. Represented Morocco in the Davis Cup and contributed to their campaigns. Known for a distinctive playing style, often engaging in long and competitive rallies.

Achieved highest ATP singles ranking of 14

Reached fourth round of the 2001 French Open

Competed in multiple Davis Cup ties for Morocco

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