Wayne Ferreira
South African tennis player
Born
September 15th, 1971
53 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
South Africa
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A former professional tennis player from South Africa, achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of World No. 10. Competed on the ATP Tour from the early 1990s until the mid-2000s, participating in all four Grand Slam tournaments. Reached the quarterfinals of Wimbledon in 1992 and the semifinals of the US Open in 1995. Also experienced success in doubles, securing four ATP Tour titles. Accumulated over 400 career match wins.
Achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of World No. 10
Reached the semifinals of the US Open in 1995
Competed in the quarterfinals of Wimbledon in 1992
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