Jérémy Chardy

Tennis player with ATP titles

Jérémy Chardy - Tennis player with ATP titles
Born

February 12th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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A professional tennis player from France, achieved significant success in singles and doubles events. Reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 25 in 2013. Competed in multiple Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the fourth round of the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. Won several ATP titles in singles and doubles. Represented France in international competitions, including the Davis Cup.

Reached ATP singles ranking of No. 25

Won 1 ATP singles title

Achieved success in doubles events

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