Anastasia Gasanova

Russian tennis player and professional competitor

Anastasia Gasanova - Russian tennis player and professional competitor
Born

May 15th, 1999
26 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Started playing tennis at a young age and turned professional in 2015. Competed on the ITF Women's Circuit and achieved success with multiple titles. Made a significant impact in WTA tournaments, reaching the main draw of Grand Slam events. Gained recognition for performances on the international stage, showcasing talent and determination.

Achieved a career-high singles ranking of world No. 81

Won three ITF titles in 2019

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