I found this small article on Toronto's official website
www.masters-series.com/canada
07/26/02 - Guga - A National Sports Hero
It doesn't matter where he plays because he is truly a fan favourite all over the world. He loves the crowd so much that he drew a heart in the clay after winning his third French Open title in 2001. However, Gustavo "Guga" Kuerten receives his greatest support from his native Brazil, where he is a national hero.
The former number one player in the world was named Brazil's Athlete of the Year in 1999 and 2000. Last year, the Brazilian government created a postage stamp in his honour.
The 25-year-old Kuerten has not played much in 2002. He underwent hip surgery in February. Despite the injury, Kuerten is always a threat. Need proof? He has 16 career singles titles, including the 2000 Tennis Masters Cup. He has also won eight career doubles titles. He has earned more than $13 million since turning pro in 1995.
Kuerten will be making his fifth Tennis Masters Canada appearance, where he was a finalist in 1997.
www.masters-series.com/canada
07/26/02 - Guga - A National Sports Hero
It doesn't matter where he plays because he is truly a fan favourite all over the world. He loves the crowd so much that he drew a heart in the clay after winning his third French Open title in 2001. However, Gustavo "Guga" Kuerten receives his greatest support from his native Brazil, where he is a national hero.
The former number one player in the world was named Brazil's Athlete of the Year in 1999 and 2000. Last year, the Brazilian government created a postage stamp in his honour.
The 25-year-old Kuerten has not played much in 2002. He underwent hip surgery in February. Despite the injury, Kuerten is always a threat. Need proof? He has 16 career singles titles, including the 2000 Tennis Masters Cup. He has also won eight career doubles titles. He has earned more than $13 million since turning pro in 1995.
Kuerten will be making his fifth Tennis Masters Canada appearance, where he was a finalist in 1997.