First Lebanese Player in a Grand Slam Main Draw
American-Lebanese tennis player Hady Habib reached the round of 32 at the Australian Open, becoming the first Lebanese player to qualify for the main draw of a Grand Slam. His breakthrough win over a Chinese opponent extended his stay in Melbourne and resonated strongly among Lebanese fans worldwide.
From Qualifiers to the Big Stage
Habib battled through the qualifying rounds before stepping onto the main show courts, adapting to best-of-five-set demands with big serving, aggressive baseline play and smart point construction. His run has already changed perceptions of what Lebanese tennis players can achieve.
New Benchmark for Lebanese Tennis
Whether or not he advances further, Habib?s Australian Open performance sets a new benchmark for Lebanese tennis. It may help attract more investment, coaching links and opportunities for players who dream of following him to the sport?s biggest arenas.
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