Jo-Wilfried Tsonga
Tennis player and Australian Open finalist
Born
April 17th, 1985
40 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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A professional tennis player who competed on the ATP Tour, achieved a career-high ranking of World No. 5 in 2012. Tsonga reached the final of the Australian Open in 2008, marking a significant milestone in his career. Throughout his playing years, he was recognized for his powerful serve and athleticism on the court, which contributed to his overall success in singles and doubles. Tsonga represented France in various international competitions, including the Davis Cup, contributing to the team's success.
Reached the final of the 2008 Australian Open
Achieved a career-high ranking of World No. 5
Won 18 ATP singles titles
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