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Justine Henin - Game Profile

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Date of Birth: 6/1/1982

Nation: Belgium

Height: 5'5"

Weight: 126 lbs

Turned Pro: 1999

Best Singles Grand Slams: Won Australian Open in 2004; US Open in 2003 and 2007; and Roland Garros in 2003, 2005, 2006, and 2007.

Plays: Right-handed, with one-handed backhand.

Basic Style: Power baseliner, but competent at net.

Greatest Strengths: Exceptionally powerful and versatile one-handed backhand. Potent forehand. Surprisingly strong serve for her size. Great quickness and tenacity.

Room for Improvement: No major weaknesses. Performing as far above the normal limits of her size as she does seems to take its toll on Justine's body.

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