John Doran (born 16 May 1978) is a former professional

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player from

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. Doran played in 12

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between 1996 and 2004. He had an 8/6 record in singles and was 5/3 in doubles. His best result on tour came at a

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tournament in 2002, at Gosford, Australia, where he and Andrew Painter were doubles runners-up.ATP World Tour Profile
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"Doran primed to make his point in US event"
4 September 2001, Paddy Hickey

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