"Guga by Kuerten" chronicles Guga's rise to the top, from his humble beginnings and the early death of his father to becoming a global tennis legend and retiring in 2008. The series highlights his victories and struggles, including the injuries that threatened his career. Through archival footage and exclusive access to his inner circle, the humanity of the Brazilian idol is revealed.
Gustavo Kuerten, born on September 10, 1976, in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil, is a retired Brazilian tennis player widely celebrated for his achievements on clay courts. Known affectionately as "Guga," Kuerten rose to international fame by winning the French Open three times (1997, 2000, 2001) and becoming the World No. 1 in 2000. His charismatic personality, sportsmanship, and iconic blue-and-yellow outfit endeared him to fans worldwide. Kuerten remains an influential figure in Brazilian sports and is involved in charitable initiatives through the Gustavo Kuerten Institute, which supports social projects for underprivileged children and individuals with disabilities.