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Michael RussellAmerican tennis player.
Date of Birth: 01.05.1978
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Biography of Michael Craig Russell
- Tennis Career and Achievements
- Personal Life
- Nickname and Early Success
Biography of Michael Craig Russell
Early Life and BackgroundMichael Craig Russell, an American tennis player, was born on May 1, 1978, in Detroit, Michigan. He started playing tennis at the age of five and was trained by his father, George Russell, who was a former amateur tennis player for the University of Michigan. His mother, Carole Russell, is an English language teacher. Michael grew up in Michigan but spent his final years of high school in Tampa, Florida, attending Saddlebrook High School. During his graduation ceremony, Russell was chosen to deliver the farewell speech.
Tennis Career and Achievements
In 1998, Russell turned professional and has since participated in all the Grand Slam tournaments. His highest ranking was 60th in the world, achieved on August 13, 2007. As of August 15, 2011, he is ranked 93rd in the world. Throughout his career, Russell has earned a total of $1,314,085 in prize money. He prefers playing on clay courts and currently resides and trains in Houston, Texas.
Personal Life
Russell is married to Liliana Russell, a fitness professional, since 2007. He has a brother who also played tennis during his college years at Princeton University. Russell enjoys eating sushi and values Mexican cuisine. Despite his busy schedule as a professional tennis player, he remains close to his family and friends.
Nickname and Early Success
Russell has been given the nicknames "Mussell" and "Iron Mike" by his friends and fans. He earned his first ATP ranking points in 1997 at a Satellite tournament in Indian Wells, California. Since then, he has continued to strive for success and never looked back.
