Anastasia Myskina
Professional tennis player and champion
Born
July 8th, 1981
44 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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Achieved prominence in the early 2000s as a professional tennis player. Won the French Open in 2004, becoming the first Russian woman to win a Grand Slam singles title. Reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 2. Represented Russia in several Fed Cup competitions, contributing to the team's success.
Won the 2004 French Open singles title
Reached finals in multiple WTA tournaments
Contributed to Russia's Fed Cup victories
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