Born in 1982, Justine Henin quickly emerged as one of Belgium's hottest tennis players.
Having won 4 French Open titles, a WTA Championships and Summer Olympics title, being ranked number 1 professional player in the world, and all at the grand old age of 25, it's safe to say that Henin is nothing short of a prodigy.

Her determination to succeed comes perhaps from difficulties she faced in her early life. She suffered the loss of both her mother and her elder sister, all at a young age.

She lost the title of Number 1 to Maria Sharapova after pulling out of the Australian Open for unknown personal reasons.

However, “Juju” as her fans have baptised her continues to inspire and lead with her youthful attitude, fantastic skills and determination.

Professional information

• Won a total of 6 Grand Slam titles. List of achievements:

• 4 French Open titles (2003, 2005, 2006, 2007)

• US Open (2003)

• Australian Open (2004)

• WTA Tour Championships single (2006)

• 1 Summer Olympics title (2004)

• Ranked 1^st in the world

• Turned pro in January 1999 at just 17

• Won the Junior Orange Bowl in 1996 in Miami

Facts

• Born June 1^st 1982 in Liege, Belgium

• Currently lives in Monte Carlo, Monaco

• Founded a charity called “Justine's Winner's Circle” to help children with cancer

• She has two brothers and a younger sister

• She is fluent in English and French

• Nicknamed “Juju” by her fans

• Right-handed player