Anna Chakvetadze

Russian tennis player and Grand Slam semi-finalist

Anna Chakvetadze - Russian tennis player and Grand Slam semi-finalist
Born

March 5th, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Achieved prominence in women's tennis during the mid-2000s. Reached a career-high singles ranking of World No. 5 in 2007. Competed in all four Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the semi-finals at the US Open in 2007. Secured over three WTA singles titles throughout career. Retired from professional tennis in 2012.

Reached US Open semi-finals in 2007

Achieved World No. 5 singles ranking

Won three WTA singles titles

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