Gustavo Kuerten

Born: 1976-09-10

Gustavo Kuerten, born on September 10, 1976, in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil, is a retired Brazilian tennis player widely celebrated for his achievements on clay courts. Known affectionately as "Guga," Kuerten rose to international fame by winning the French Open three times (1997, 2000, 2001) and becoming the World No. 1 in 2000. His charismatic personality, sportsmanship, and iconic blue-and-yellow outfit endeared him to fans worldwide. Kuerten remains an influential figure in Brazilian sports and is involved in charitable initiatives through the Gustavo Kuerten Institute, which supports social projects for underprivileged children and individuals with disabilities.


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Guga by Kuerten

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First aired: 2024-09-10

"Guga by Kuerten" chronicles Guga's rise to the top, from his humble beginnings and the early...

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Ayrton: Retratos e Memórias

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First aired: 2015-09-12

A look more intimate, human and minimalist - and consequently less sporty and statistical - for...

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Ayrton Senna do Brasil

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First aired: 2014-04-06

Made for a TV documentary on the life and career of Ayrton Senna on the 20th anniversary of his...

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