Hady Habib Makes History as First Lebanese Player in Open Era to Qualify for Grand Slam Men's Singles

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Hady Habib achieves a historic milestone as the first Lebanese player to join the Grand Slam men's singles draw in the Open era.
He secured his spot in the main draw by winning three qualifying rounds at the Australian Open, including a tight match against France's Clement Chidekh.
This accomplishment follows his debut in the Olympics last year, where he faced silver medalist Carlos Alcaraz.
Habib, who was born in Houston but moved to Lebanon, expresses pride in representing his country amid the ongoing conflict affecting Lebanon.
His journey has been marked by personal sacrifices, reflecting the resilience of the Lebanese people during tough times.

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