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Whatever Happened To … Nicolas Escude?

Posted on the 17 December 2012 by Thetennistipster
Nicolas Escude

‘Clutch’

Escude was a fine player with some notable wins. He held his nerve to seal France’s epic 2001 Davis Cup win and won 4 career titles with wins over Federer, Henman and Ljubicic.

He won 2 doubles titles and also reached the quarter and semi finals in 3 Grand Slams.

What is he doing now?: Escudé is the current captain of the France Fed Cup team.
Career titles: 4
Win/Loss Record: 172/129
Career High Ranking: 17 (2000)
Finest moment: Winning the 2001 Davis Cup for France
Famous For: 5 set win over Hewitt in the first rubber in 2001 Davis Cup Final

Watch: vs. Hewitt

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