Date of Birth: 6/2/1981
Nation: Russia
Height: 5'/10"
Weight: 154 lbs
Turned Pro: 1999
Best Singles Grand Slams: Semifinalist at Roland Garros in 2005 and 2007 and at US Open in 2006 and 2007.
Plays: Right-handed, with two-handed backhand.
Basic Style: Power baseliner with great defensive abilities.
Greatest Strengths: Forehand and backhand powerful, deep, consistent, and placed with great accuracy. Exceptional return of serve. Hits on the rise unusually well. Excellent speed and endurance.
Room for Improvement: No major weaknesses, but lacks any huge weapons, including, most notably, his serve.
