Ágnes Szávay
Hungarian tennis player and title winner
Born
December 29th, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Hungary
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Achieved prominence in tennis as a professional player, competing primarily in singles and doubles events. Won two WTA titles and reached a career-high singles ranking of World No. 13 in 2008. Made significant contributions to Hungary's national team in the Fed Cup, helping to lead the country to several notable performances. Retired from professional tennis in 2013.
Won 2 WTA singles titles
Achieved a singles ranking of World No. 13 in 2008
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