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Gastón Gaudio (born December 9, 1978 in Buenos Aires, Argentina), nicknamed
El Gato (The Cat in Spanish), is a professional tennis player from
Argentina. He won the Roland Garros Men's Singles title in 2004 by defeating
compatriot Guillermo Coria 0-6 3-6 6-4 6-1 8-6 in an unprecedented all-Argentinean
final; Gaudio was not seeded in the tournament. As a result of this victory
he reached the top 10 in the ATP entry rankings for the first time.
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Gaudio's best stroke is his one-handed backhand, which has been praised by
Guillermo Vilas.
Began playing tennis at age six with his family... Parents, Norberto and
Marisa... Lists his father, who overcame a life-threatening illness, as his
greatest inspiration... Youngest of three children: brother, Diego and
sister, Julieta... Finished as No. 2 junior in Argentina in 1996... While
growing up, played soccer in addition to tennis... Has a 13-3 career Davis
Cup singles record in nine ties... Considers clay as favorite surface...
Fitness trainer is Fernando Aguirre and coached by countryman and former ATP
pro Franco Davin (since February 2003).
Profile:
Birthdate: 9-Dec-78
Birthplace: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Residence: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Height: 5'9'' (175 cm)
Weight: 155 lbs (70 kg)
Plays: Right-handed
Turned Pro: 1996 |
