Annika Beck
Tennis player, WTA Singles Champion
Born
February 16th, 1994
31 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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A professional tennis player from Germany, achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 35. Competed primarily on the WTA Tour, gaining recognition for a solid baseline game and strategic play. Won one WTA singles title and several titles on the ITF circuit. Represented Germany in international competitions including the Fed Cup.
Won the 2016 WTA title in Luxembourg
Reached the fourth round at the 2016 Australian Open
Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 35
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