Mikael Pernfors
Swedish tennis player and finalist

Born
July 16th, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sweden
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Achieved significant success in tennis during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Reached the final of the French Open in 1986, marking a career highlight. Competed actively on the ATP tour, securing several titles and ranking within the top 20. Represented Sweden in the Davis Cup, contributing to the country's tennis achievements.
Reached the final of the French Open in 1986
Won three ATP singles titles
Ranked as high as No. 10 in the ATP singles rankings
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