Jan Frode Andersen

Jan Frode Andersen (born 29 August 1972) is a Norwegian tennis player. He played tennis for Norway, including competing in at least 60 countries[1] 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).[2] His highest ATP ranking was 135.[3] This makes him the second best player in Norwegian history, after Christian Ruud.

He was also a television commentator for the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation,[4] and he earned a bachelor's degree in Business & Administration from the University of Arizona in 1996.

Born in Asker,[3] he grew up in Hamar.[5]

References

  1. ↑ Bugge, Mette (10 July 2003). "Jeg holdt på å spille meg i hjel". Aftenposten. Retrieved 20 October 2009.
  2. ↑ "Jan-Frode Andersen". Davis Cup Official Website. International Tennis Federation. Retrieved 20 October 2009.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Jan Frode Andersen". ATP World Tour. Association of Tennis Professionals. Retrieved 20 October 2009.
  4. ↑ Bye, Are (4 July 2008). "Sjekk den fysikken!". Aftenposten. Retrieved 20 October 2009.
  5. ↑ Nordlie, Linda (21 September 2004). "Dama avgjør Andersens tenniskarrier". Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 20 October 2009.