Sebastien Grosjean

  • Date of birth: May 29, 1978
  • Birthplace: Marseille, France
  • Residence: Boca Raton, Florida, USA
  • Height: 5'9'' (1.75 m)
  • Weight: 160 lbs (72 kg)
  • Plays: Right-handed


Considered one of the more popular players on the circuit, Sebastien Grosjean is lauded for his attractive, graceful style and classical skills. He is affectionately nicknamed 'Big John' by fans, a literal translation of his surname into English.

Grosjean joined the professional tour in 1996. In 2003 and 2004 he reached the final of the Queen's London Tournament. In the same two years, he also reached the semi-finals of Wimbledon. He finished 2001 as the No. 1 player from his country and for the first time in the top 10 becoming the first Frenchman to finish a year in the top 10 since Cedric Pioline in 1993. In 2001, Grosjean won the Davis Cup with the French team.