Leonardo Mayer
June 2010 | by Monticelli
The Argentinian Davis Cup newcomer may still be finding his feet, but is certainly a future top 20 star.
Won one out of four Challenger finals in Rhodes, Greece, in May 2008. Yet to break into the world's top 50 but had a very successful two summers on the professional circuit.
Qualified for his first ever grand slam at the 2009 French Open, where he won the opening round in straight sets against no15 seed James Blake.
Followed it up with a first round success at both 2009 Wimbledon and the 2009 US Open.
Reached third round of 2010 French Open.
Realistic chances of winning // Could be the outsider who reaches the final or semi-final.
Factfile
June 2010 | by Monticelli
Nickname
// N/A
Country // Argentina
Residence // Buenos Aires, Argentina
Date of birth // May 15, 1987
Place of birth // Corrientes, Argentina
Height // 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in)
Weight // 83 kg (13.1 st)
Turned pro // 2003
Plays // Right-handed; one-handed backhand
| Injuries | Tournament | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 12.05.2010 - 17.05.2010 | Madrid - Masters | retired |
| 17.03.2009 - 23.03.2009 | Bogotá Challenger |
retired |
| 27.02.2009 - 09.03.2009 | Acapulco | retired |