Amelie Mauresmo : Former number one ranked tennis player, and winner of two Grand Slam Single titles, Mauresmo cemented her popularity with her French admirers, when she revealed to the world that she was a lesbian.
Mary Pierce:Though born in Canada, Pierce obtained French citizenship and became famous in France for her tennis skills, winning two Grand Slam Singles titles, including the 2000 French Open, which drew wide praise from her adopted country. She made the 2008 French Olympic team, but had to withdraw due to injury. Confirming her fame in France, an avenue at Roland Garros, site of the French Open, was named in her honor.