DOB: 13.04.1979 Nationality: American World Ranking: 14 Previous French Open results: 2001 :: fourth round 2000 :: second round 1999 :: first round 1998 :: n/a

Has made steady progress over the last three seasons - finishing with a career-high ranking on each occasion.

She lost to eventual champion Jennifer Capriati in the fourth round here last year, but even that was a step in the right direction - the first time she'd reached that stage of a Grand Slam.

An equally effective doubles player, Shaughnessy must iron out her inconsistencies.

She is strong and resilient with an all-court game, but this year has made a habit of losing to lower-ranked players.