Monthly Archives: October 2025

Born: August 13, 1976 in Guayaquil (Guayas) Height: 1.87 m Plays: Right-handed (two-handed backhand) There is one particular thing about Lapentti – his extraordinary ability to close out matches once he had created a match point. I am not aware … Continue reading →

Born: December 17, 1977 in Aix-en-Provence (Alpes-Côte d’Azur) Height: 1.72 m Plays: Right-handed (two-handed backhand) He is a good example of how a bit of luck and a few good events, even without spectacular successes, can shift a player from … Continue reading →

Born: December 9, 1978 in Temperley (Buenos Aires) Height: 1.76 m Plays: Right-handed Gaudio’s unexpected triumph at Roland Garros 2004 gave me thrills – perhaps the most intense emotions I’ve ever felt watching tennis – especially in the fifth set … Continue reading →