French tennis legend Richard Gasquet, known for his exquisite single-handed backhand, graced the courts in his final Paris-Bercy tournament today. Tournament officials held a special ceremony honoring his remarkable career, celebrating over two decades of Gasquet’s artistry in tennis.
In tribute to Gasquet, let’s look back at some of his memorable encounters against Indian players over the years:
Singles
2019 ATP 500 Hamburg R32 – d. Sumit Nagal 6-2 7-6
Doubles
2015 ATP 1000 Indian Wells R32 – l. Bopanna/Nestor 6-7 4-6 (w. Chardy)
2014 ATP 1000 Canada R16 – d. Paes/Stepanek 7-6 6-4 (w. Tsonga)
2014 ATP 1000 Indian Wells R16 – l. Paes/Stepanek 3-6 5-7 (w. Elrich)
2013 ATP 1000 Indian Wells R32 – l. Bhupathi/Nestor 6-7 3-6 (w. Roger-Vasselin)
2012 London Olympics R16 – d. Bopanna/Bhupathi 6-3 6-4 (w. Benneteau)
2012 ATP 1000 Madrid R16 – l. Paes/Stepanek 3-6 4-6 (w. Monfils)
2010 ATP Challenger Sunrise QF – l. Paes/Dlouhy 2-6 4-6 (w. Berrer)
2007 ATP 1000 Indian Wells R32 – d. Bhupathi/Stepanek 6-4 6-3 (w. Benneteau)
Gasquet’s matches against Indian players highlight the global nature of his career, filled with encounters against talents from around the world. His finesse and shot-making have left a lasting impression on fans everywhere.
Photos from the ceremony below:
Credit – Surya Nandhan Rajendhiran (SR28 Sports – https://www.instagram.com/sr28_sports/)
