Marcel Granollers
Tennis player with ATP titles
Born
April 12th, 1986
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Spain
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Competed professionally in tennis, achieving success in both singles and doubles. Played primarily on the ATP Tour. Won multiple ATP doubles titles and reached the semifinals of the 2012 French Open in men's doubles with partner Marc López. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 19 in 2012. Participated in numerous Grand Slam tournaments throughout the career, representing Spain in Davis Cup matches.
Reached the 2012 French Open men's doubles semifinals
Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 19
Won multiple ATP doubles titles
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