Melanie Oudin (born September 23, 1991 in Marietta, Georgia, United States) is an American tennis player and former World Junior No. 2. Her career high rank is World No. 31, which she achieved on April 19, 2010.
Oudin is a defensive baseliner, or "counter puncher". Oudin relies on her speed to get balls back over the other side of the net that would normally be winners. Oudin's best shot is her forehand, which she can hit with power. Oudin also has an effective backhand slice that keeps the ball low. Oudin has also been praised for her mental toughness. Oudin's main weaknesses are her serve and that she makes many unforced errors, in contrast to most defensive baseliners who usually rely on consistency.
