Angelina Gabueva

Russian tennis player and competitor

Angelina Gabueva - Russian tennis player and competitor
Born

December 7th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Competed professionally in tennis and participated in various tournaments on the WTA Tour. Achieved rankings within the top 100 during career. Represented Russia in international competitions, contributing to the national team's successes. Continued to compete and develop skills in the sport following professional career.

Achieved a career-high WTA singles ranking of 68

Competed in the French Open and Wimbledon

Won several ITF singles and doubles titles

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