Tessah Andrianjafitrimo, born on October 11, 1998, in Montpellier, France, is more than just the girlfriend of rising ATP star Ugo Humbert. While their relationship has certainly captured the attention of fans and media alike, Tessah’s own journey in the world of tennis deserves recognition.
The Tennis Trail
Tessah competes on the WTA Tour, where she has made her mark. With a career-high singles ranking of No. 139, she has consistently demonstrated her skills and passion for the game. Winning six ITF singles titles is no small feat, and Tessah’s hard work and dedication have paid off.
The Injury Setback
Unfortunately, Tessah has faced setbacks due to injury. Since the end of last season, she has been sidelined, focusing on her recovery. However, her commitment remains unwavering. Expected to return to fitness in March, she eagerly awaits the opportunity to step back onto the court.
Coach Tessah
But here’s where the story takes an interesting turn. When Ugo Humbert’s full-time coach, Jeremy Chardy, couldn’t be present during the Open 13 Provence in Marseille, Tessah stepped up. She swapped the court for the stands and became her boyfriend’s coach. The transition from player to coach wasn’t easy, but Tessah embraced the challenge.
The Coach’s Perspective
“It was tough,” Tessah admitted. “It was different for sure. It was really different from playing because you are on the other side of the court, and you have to stay really focused and really calm. I know how it is when you are on the court and looking at your coach and you just want to see how calm he is. I was really stressed and tight in my mind but I could not show him, so I had to stay really calm, even if I was tight.”
Despite the challenges, Tessah loved the experience. She gained a fresh perspective on the game, understanding the energy dynamics between players and opponents. For her, coaching was an opportunity to contribute to Ugo’s success while seeing tennis from a new angle.
Beyond the Court
Tessah Andrianjafitrimo is more than a player and more than Ugo Humbert’s girlfriend. She embodies resilience, adaptability, and a genuine love for tennis. As she continues her recovery journey, we eagerly await her return to competitive play. Perhaps one day, we’ll see her not only as a coach but also as a champion in her own right.
Ugo Humbert in 2024
Currently ranked no.17, the French player played his last match on the 22nd of May when he was defeated by world no.67 Dominik Koepfer 2-6 6-4 6-4 in the 2nd round in Lyon (draw).
This season Humbert owns an overall 19-9 record. The French player conquered 2 titles in 2024 in Marseille and Dubai.
Ugo Humbert will take on the world no.50 Lorenzo Sonego in the 1st round on Sunday at 11:00 am on Court SUZANNE-LENGLEN. Their actual record is 3-2 for Humbert.
Humbert clinched 2 titles in 2024 in Marseille and Dubai.
Ugo won 6 titles in his career: 2 on hard courts, 3 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
