About Amelie Mauresmo Amélie Mauresmo was born in Saint-Germain-en-Laye , France on 5 July 1979, She is a French professional WTA tennis player. She is well-known for her powerful one-handed backhand (a rarity in women's tennis). She was the 14th World No. 1 in women's tennis. Inspired by watching Yannick Noah win the 1983 French Open on television, Mauresmo decided to play tennis at the age of 4. She presently resides in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France Source: Answers.com