Anna Smolina

Russian tennis player with career titles

Anna Smolina - Russian tennis player with career titles
Born

September 1st, 1994
30 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Competed as a professional tennis player, primarily on the ITF Circuit and WTA Tour. Achieved success in both singles and doubles competitions. Played for the Russia national team in various international competitions. Developed a reputation for strong performances in Grand Slam qualifiers.

Secured multiple ITF singles titles

Competed in Grand Slam qualifiers

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