Stéphane Houdet
Wheelchair Tennis Player, Grand Slam Champion
Born
November 20th, 1970
54 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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A wheelchair tennis player achieved significant success in International Tennis Federation competitions. Won multiple Grand Slam titles in both singles and doubles categories. Competed in the Paralympic Games, securing medals in men's singles and doubles events. Recognized for contributions to popularizing wheelchair tennis across France and internationally.
Won the 2012 and 2013 French Open singles titles
Secured the 2014 US Open singles title
Achieved numerous doubles titles with partner Nicolas Peifer
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