Gilles Simon
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Nadal may struggle to make dream final...a round robin against Chile's Fernando Gonzalez. Then, last year, France's Gilles Simon and Murray beat him in the preliminary stages and he failed to reach the semi-finals for the first time. He will meet Murray again this week, at the round... In this article: Andy Murray, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Davis Cup, Robin Soderling, London, Wimbledon, Fernando Verdasco, French Open, and Novak Djokovic |
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BBC News | November 06, 2009
Murray into Valencia semi-finals
...to look back to his best by the time he wrapped up the match with a perfect forehand winner. Earlier, Russia's Mikhail Youzhny had also booked his place in the last four with a comfortable 6-4 6-4 win against Gilles Simon from France.
In this article: Andy Murray, Albert Montanes, Valencia, Tommy Robredo, Fernando Verdasco, France, and Russia
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Sydney Morning Herald - Business | October 31, 2009
Llodra reaches Lyon final with Ljubicic
Llodra reaches Lyon final with Ljubicic France's Mickael Llodra, the world No.107, defeated compatriot Gilles Simon 6-7 6-3 7-6 on Saturday to reach the final of the ATP event in Lyon. He will take on Ivan Ljubicic in Sunday's final after...
In this article: Ivan Ljubicic, Lyon, ATP, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, and France
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Sports Illustrated | November 06, 2009
Murray, Davydenko advance to Valencia semifinals
...this month in London. Davydenko improved his chances by beating Guillermo Garcia-Lopez of Spain 6-4, 7-6 (3), but another contender, fifth-seeded Gilles Simon of France, was set back in falling to Youzhny 6-4, 6-4. Copyright 2009...
In this article: Andrew Murray, Fernando Verdasco, Nikolay Davydenko, Valencia, Albert Montanes, Tommy Robredo, Spain, All rights reserved, and Davis Cup
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CNN | November 12, 2009
Stepanek overcomes Murray
...this month. Elsewhere, Sweden's Robin Soderling defeated Russian Nikolay Davydenko 6-3, 3-6, 6-4 while France's Jo-Wilfried Tsonga overcame compatriot Gilles Simon in straight sets with an emphatic 6-2, 6-3 victory. Third seed Novak...
In this article: Andy Murray, Paris Masters, Radek Stepanek, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Robin Soderling, Nikolay Davydenko, Gael Monfils, Rafael Nadal, France, and U.S.
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Honolulu Advertiser | November 04, 2009
Tennis: Tsonga retires at Valencia Open against Youzhny
...the first set when Youzhny returned wide. Fifth-seeded Gilles Simon of France defeated Tomas Berdych of the Czech Republic 6-4, 4-6, 6-3 to become the first player to reach the quarterfinals. In another first-round match, Janko...
In this article: Mikhail Youzhny, Tomas Berdych, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Victor Hanescu, Valencia, Serbia, Czech Republic, and France
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Sydney Morning Herald - National | November 11, 2009
France's Gilles Simon to debut in Qld
France's Gilles Simon to debut in Qld Brisbane International organisers have secured half of tennis's French connection with world No.12 Gilles Simon agreeing to make his debut in the New Year event in January. They're now hoping to land...
In this article: Brisbane, Australian Open, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Gael Monfils, and Rafael Nadal
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Sports Illustrated | November 05, 2009
Murray, Davydenko advance to Valencia quarters
...Feliciano Lopez 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in an all-Spanish match. Mikhail Youzhny topped Pablo Cuevas of Uruguay 6-2, 2-6, 6-1 and will play fifth-seeded Gilles Simon of France on Friday. Copyright 2009 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This...
In this article: Andy Murray, David Ferrer, Nikolay Davydenko, Valencia, Fernando Verdasco, Spain, Beneficiary, All rights reserved, and Paris Masters
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Sydney Morning Herald - Business | November 12, 2009
'Sluggish' Murray falls to Stepanek
...Simon of France 6-2 6-3 and can still grab the last available spot in London. Tsonga never faced a break point and broke his opponent's serve three times. Tsonga, who beat three top-10 opponents last year on his way to the title in...
In this article: Andy Murray, Robin Soderling, Novak Djokovic, Nikolay Davydenko, London, Marin Cilic, Tommy Robredo, Arnaud Clement, and Roger Federer
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Reuters | October 29, 2009
Simon still on course for Finals with Lyon win
...with Lyon win LYON, France (Reuters) - World number 12 Gilles Simon was still on course for a World Tour Finals spot after thrashing fellow Frenchman David Guez 6-1 6-2 in the second round of the Lyon Grand Prix on Thursday. Second seed...
In this article: Lyon, Thomson Reuters, Ivan Ljubicic, All rights reserved, Small business, ATP, Nicolas Kiefer, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, and Benjamin Becker
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Gilles Simon (born December 27, 1984) is a French professional tennis player. He claimed his first ATP Tour title at the 2007 Marseille Open 5 years after turning pro. He has won five ATP tournaments to date.
Simon's profile has increased considerably in the last year after high-profile victories over top players Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer in big tournaments. His coach is French tennis veteran Thierry Tulasne. He is currently the French No. 1 and the No. 7 player in the world.
- Also Known As:
- Gillou, Poussin
- Birth Date:
- December 27, 1984
- Birthplace:
- Nice, France
- Weight:
- 69 kg
- Residence:
- Neuchâtel, Switzerland
- Highest Ranking - Singles:
- No. 6 (January 5, 2009)
- Highest Ranking - Doubles:
- No. 117 (January 28, 2008)
- Career Record - Singles:
- 133–96
- Career Record - Doubles:
- 13–50
- Career Titles - Singles:
- 5
- Wimbledon Results:
- 3R (2008)
- French Open Results:
- 3R (2009)
- Fench Open Results (Doubles):
- 2R (2005)
- Australian Open Results:
- QF (2009)
- Australian Open Results (Doubles):
- 2R (2008)
- US Open Results (Doubles):
- 3R (2007)
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