Aleksandra Krunić
Serbian tennis player and doubles champion
Born
March 15th, 1993
32 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Serbia
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Born in Serbia, this tennis player has played professionally since 2010. Achievements include success in both singles and doubles competitions on the WTA Tour. A highlight of the career includes winning the 2016 Australian Open mixed doubles title. This athlete has represented Serbia in various international competitions, showcasing skills on clay, grass, and hard courts.
Won the 2016 Australian Open mixed doubles
Achieved career-high singles ranking of 39
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