Amelie Mauresmo Named Player of the Year by Tennis Writer’s Association
The International Tennis Writers Association selected Roger Federer and Amelie Mauresmo as their Players of the Year. Not only that, but also gave them the ITWA’s Ambassador for Tennis award.
The Ambassador for Tennis award recognizes players that go above and beyond the call of duty to advance tennis worldwide.
But why Amelie Mauresmo and not Justine Henin-Hardenne?
A true humanitarian, Mauresmo is a contributor to the Curie Institute of France (for cancer research) as well as the Phil Collins Little Dreams Foundation. She also finds extra time to promote the sport that she has been playing since the age of four that earned her ITWA’s prestigious Ambassador for Tennis award.
“Amelie is a hugely popular amongst those who cover the sport and a real asset to the game,” said ITWA’s co-President Eleanor Preston. “Her candour, wit and intelligence has earned the affection and admiration of the public and media alike.”
ITWA board member Cecile Soler of France’s Le Figaro added, “It’s been thrilling to watch Amelie grow into a top-class player and a well-deserved Grand Slam winner. From the girl then, to the woman now, she has remained bright, witty, warm and sincere. She’s someone you want to write about to inspire the young generation.”
Huge contragulations to Amelie Mauresmo on this acheivement. She deserves it, in my opinion.
Via | Tennis Reporter
