Alberta Brianti

Italian tennis player and competitor

Alberta Brianti - Italian tennis player and competitor
Born

April 5th, 1980
45 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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An Italian tennis player who competed professionally from the early 2000s. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 39 in the world in 2012. Participated in various Grand Slam tournaments, including the French Open and Wimbledon. Contributed to Italy's success in international tennis competitions.

Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 39 in 2012

Competed in the French Open and Wimbledon

Represented Italy in the Fed Cup

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