Gasquet - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Richard Gasquet is a professional tennis player from France, born on June 18, 1986, in Béziers, France.
- 2. Gasquet turned professional in 2002 at the age of 15, becoming one of the youngest players to do so.
- 3. He is known for his elegant one-handed backhand, which is considered one of the best in the game.
- 4. Gasquet has won a total of 15 ATP singles titles in his career, with his biggest title coming at the Masters 1000 event in Toronto in 2012.
- 5. He has reached a career-high ranking of World No. 7 in singles, which he achieved in July 2007.
- 6. Gasquet has had success in Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the semi-finals of Wimbledon in 2007 and the quarter-finals of the French Open in 2016.
- 7. He has also been a key player for the French Davis Cup team, helping them win the title in 2017.
- 8. Gasquet has faced some setbacks in his career, including a suspension in 2009 after testing positive for cocaine. He maintained that the positive test was due to inadvertent contamination.
- 9. He has a strong record on clay courts, with his game suited to the slower surface. Gasquet has reached the final of the Monte Carlo Masters and the semi-finals of the French Open.
- 10. Gasquet continues to be a consistent presence on the ATP Tour, known for his stylish play and smooth shot-making. He remains a fan favorite for his elegant playing style and sportsmanship on the court.