Alberto Martín

Spanish professional tennis player

Alberto Martín - Spanish professional tennis player
Born

August 20th, 1978
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Spain

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A professional tennis player from Spain, achieved significant success during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 49 in 2003. Competed on the ATP Tour and participated in Grand Slam events, including the French Open and Wimbledon. Notable for participation in the Davis Cup team representing Spain.

Reached ATP singles ranking of No. 49 in 2003

Competed in the French Open

Participated in Davis Cup

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