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Jan Frode Andersen

b. 1972

Norwegian tennis player

Tennis player Sports commentator
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About Jan Frode Andersen

Born 1972. Jan Frode Andersen is a Norwegian tennis player and sports commentator.

Jan Frode Andersen (born 29 August 1972) is a Norwegian former tennis player. He played tennis for Norway, including competing in at least 60 countries over a span of 8 years after turning professional in 1997. He represented Norway in the Davis Cup for 10 consecutive years compiling a 30–22 record (25-14 in singles). His highest ATP ranking was 135. This makes him the third best player in Norwegian history, after Christian Ruud and Casper Ruud.

He was also a television commentator for the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation, and he earned a bachelor's degree in Business & Administration from the University of Arizona in 1996.

Born in Asker,

ATP Challenger and ITF Futures finals

Singles: 12 (5–7) LegendATP Challenger (3–7)ITF Futures (2–0)Finals by surfaceHard (0–0)Clay (5–7)Grass (0–0)Carpet (0–0)

Doubles: 6 (0–6) LegendATP Challenger (0–5)ITF Futures (0–1)Finals by surfaceHard (0–1)Clay (0–5)Grass (0–0)Carpet (0–0)

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Singles

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Important facts

Born
29 August 1972, Asker
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Tennis player, sports commentator
Nationality
Norway
Education
University of Arizona

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jan Frode Andersen?

Norwegian tennis player

When was Jan Frode Andersen born?

Jan Frode Andersen was born on 29 August 1972 in Asker.

What is Jan Frode Andersen's occupation?

Jan Frode Andersen is a tennis player and sports commentator.

What nationality is Jan Frode Andersen?

Jan Frode Andersen is Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jan Frode Andersen

· Wikidata: Q6148936

· DBpedia: Jan Frode Andersen

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