Richard Gasquet is a French professional tennis player. He made his debut on the ATP Tour in April 2002 at the Tennis Masters Series tournament. Over the years, he proved to be one of the very best in the game, reaching a career-high ATP singles ranking is world No. 7 on July 9, 2007. Since he turned professional, he has won 16 singles titles on the ATP Tour which puts him seventh most among active players.
Who is Richard Gasquet?
Richard Gabriel Cyr Gasquet, known simply as Richard Gasquet first opened his eyes in Béziers, France on 18 June, 1986. He is the only child of tennis teachers Francis and Maryse Gasquet. His parents own and ran a local tennis club in Sérignan.
The profession of his parents has an early impact on Gasquet who began playing tennis when he was just four years old. He was trained by his father at their club before he was eventually discovered by Pierre Barthès, former world number 9 who ran ran a tennis camp at the nearby seaside resort of Cap d’Agde.
Gasquet was touted as a future world champion when he was nine years old. He appeared on the cover of he February 1996 issue of French Tennis Magazine.
At age 12, he made his first junior match appearance in April 1999 at a grade 3 tournament in France. All through his time, he dominated the U14 circuit in the Tennis Europe Junior Tour, garnering early success and collecting the three most prestigious trophies of the year at Tim Essonne, Les Petits As, and the European Junior Championships at San Remo.
In April 2002, Gasquet made his debut on the ATP tour, at the Tennis Masters Series tournament in Monte Carlo. He went into the game as a wildcard after qualifying and became the youngest player ever to qualify for a Tennis Masters Series event.
He defeated Argentina’s Franco Squillari in the first round of that tournament. He was just 15 years then, becoming the youngest player to win a top-tier tour (ATP Tour, Grand Prix tennis circuit or World Championship Tennis) main draw singles match since Tommy Ho at Rye Brook in 1988.
Since turning pro, he has locked horns with the very best and has proved to be a worthy cause. He has won 16 singles titles on the ATP Tour tied for seventh most among active players, along with being four among active players with over 600 career match wins.
Gasquet’s record in singles is has a 367-219 as of 2014 with ten titles; his best world ranking was seventh in 2007. As of mid-2014, Gasquet was rated the 14th best player in the world.
His best Grand Slam finish came at the semifinals of Wimbledon in 2007 and the US Open in 2013. As a mixed doubles player, he claimed the 2004 French Open championship with partner Tatiana Golovin. Gasquet appeared in the 2012 Olympics as a doubles player, winning a bronze medal.
What is Richard Gasquet’s age, height and weight?
Richard Gasquet was born on June 18, 1986 in Béziers, France to Francis and Maryse Gasquet. He is currently 37 years old (as of 2023). He is 6 feet and 0 inches tall (1.83 m) and weighs in at 79 kilograms (174 lbs).
What is Richard Gasquet’s Nationality and Ethnicity?
Richard Gasquet was born in Béziers, France. He is a French citizen. His ethnicity is unknown. To be updated as soon as possible.
What is Richard Gasquet’s profession?
Richard Gasquet is a professional tennis player. He participates in all competitions and reached a career-high ATP singles ranking is world No. 7 on 9 July 2007.
What is Richard Gasquet’s current world ranking?
Richard Gasquet’s current world ranking is No. 69, as of 23 October, 2023 in singles.
Who are Richard Gasquet’s Parent?
Richard Gasquet’s parents are Francis and Maryse Gasquet. His parents are tennis teachers and ran they ran a local tennis club in Sérignan.
Does Richard Gasquet have siblings?
As per reports, Richard Gasquet is an only child of his parents.
Who is Richard Gasquet married to?
Richard Gasquet is not yet married. However, he is in a long term relationship with his girlfriend Laury Thilleman.
Does Richard Gasquet have children?
Richard Gasquet does not have any children yet. There are rumors that he’ll soon become a dad as his girlfriend was spotted with a prominent stomach bulge last year.
What is Richard Gasquet’s Net Worth?
According to Celebrity Net Worth, French international tennis player Richard Gasquet has amassed a net worth estimated at US$ 8 million as of 2023.
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