Alizé Cornet
French tennis player with Grand Slam participation
Born
January 22nd, 1990
35 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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This athlete achieved notable success on the WTA Tour, securing multiple singles titles throughout her career. She reached the fourth round of the Australian Open, French Open, and US Open, showcasing strong performance in major tournaments. Known for competitive matches against top-ranked players, she consistently ranked within the top 20 of the WTA standings. Her career includes a mix of singles and doubles competition, contributing to her reputation in the sport.
Winning 1 WTA singles title
Reaching fourth round in three Grand Slam tournaments
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