Jiří Novák

Czech-Monegasque tennis player

Jiří Novák - Czech-Monegasque tennis player
Born

March 22nd, 1975
50 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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Professional tennis player with a successful career during the 1990s and early 2000s. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 5 in March 2000. Competed prominently in Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the quarterfinals of the French Open in 1995 and the US Open in 1996. Excelled in doubles, winning numerous titles and reaching the semifinals of major tournaments. Represented the Czech Republic in the Davis Cup, contributing to the team’s success.

Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 5

Reached the quarterfinals of the French Open 1995

Won multiple ATP doubles titles

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