‘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