Guillaume Raoux: The Record
A deep dive into the career of the French right-hander who made his mark on the ATP Tour during the competitive 1990s.
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Career Profile
The French Contender
Guillaume Raoux, born 14 February 1970, in Bagnols-sur-Cรจze, France, was a prominent professional tennis player throughout the 1990s. A right-handed player known for his one-handed backhand, he turned professional in 1989 and concluded his career in 2000. His career earnings totaled $2,446,506.
Professional Trajectory
Raoux demonstrated early promise by reaching the Wimbledon junior singles final in 1988. As a professional, he achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 35 in June 1998 and an identical peak doubles ranking of No. 35 in August 1996. This dual proficiency underscores his versatility on the court.
Notable Moments
Beyond his rankings, Raoux's career is marked by several key events. He represented France at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta. He also holds a unique place in tennis history as the first player to be defeated by a young Roger Federer in an ATP Tour main draw match.
Singles Career Analysis
Singles Performance
Raoux compiled a career singles record of 179 wins to 225 losses. His career is highlighted by one ATP Tour singles title, captured at the 1992 Queensland Open in Brisbane. He was a finalist in four other ATP tournaments, demonstrating his consistent ability to reach the final stages of professional events.
Challenger Circuit Success
The ATP Challenger Tour served as a significant platform for Raoux's development and success. He secured 6 singles titles on this circuit, which is instrumental for players earning the ranking points necessary to compete on the main ATP Tour. His victories spanned from 1989 to 1996, primarily on hard courts.
Doubles Career Analysis
Doubles Performance
Raoux was also a formidable doubles player, achieving a career record of 102 wins and 105 losses. He captured 4 ATP Tour doubles titles and was a finalist in 3 other events. His success in doubles, mirroring his singles ranking peak at No. 35, highlights his all-around skill set on the court.
Challenger Circuit Dominance
Raoux maintained a perfect record in Challenger Tour doubles finals, winning all four he contested. These victories, achieved with French partners Olivier Delaรฎtre and Rodolphe Gilbert, further solidified his reputation as a strong doubles competitor and provided a foundation for his ATP Tour success.
Grand Slam Performance
Singles Highlights
Raoux was a consistent presence at Grand Slam tournaments. His most significant singles result was reaching the fourth round of the 1998 Australian Open. He also made it to the third round at the Australian Open on two other occasions (1993, 1996) and at Wimbledon in 1997.
Doubles Highlights
In doubles, Raoux advanced to the quarterfinal stage at two different Grand Slams. He achieved this feat early in his career at the 1989 French Open and later at the 1996 Wimbledon Championships. He also reached the third round of the US Open twice (1995, 1997).
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- Roger Federer's first ATP Singles match win | World Tennis Magazine
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