Amelie Mauresmo, the woman behind Lucas Pouille's rebirth

Amelie Mauresmo

Amelie Mauresmo is to be the first woman to captain the French Davis Cup team. (AAP) Source: sbs news

From Andy Murray to Lucas Pouille, the French champion behind their success explains what it takes to make the difference.


Amelie Mauresmo was finalist of the Australian Open in 1999, finally winning the title in Melbourne in 2006. For the last few months she has coached Lucas Pouille, and the success is already there to see.

From Andy Murray, to Lucas Pouille the French Champion behind their success explains what it takes to make the difference on court, and why it is difficult for a woman to coach at this level.


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