Mikhail Youzhny

Tennis player and ATP tour finalist

Mikhail Youzhny - Tennis player and ATP tour finalist
Born

June 25th, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Born in 1982, a professional tennis player represented Russia. Primarily competed in singles events on the ATP Tour. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 8 in 2008. Reached the semifinals of the US Open in 2006. Competed in several Grand Slam tournaments and participated in multiple Davis Cup matches for Russia.

Reached the semifinals of the US Open in 2006

Achieved a career-high ATP ranking of No. 8

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