Arantxa Sánchez Vicario

Tennis player and sportscaster

Arantxa Sánchez Vicario - Tennis player and sportscaster
Born

December 18th, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Spain

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Professional tennis player achieved significant success in the 1990s. Competed in singles and doubles, securing multiple Grand Slam titles. Reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 1 and was instrumental in Spain's success in the Federation Cup and Davis Cup. Transitioned to a career in sports broadcasting after retirement from professional play.

Won four Grand Slam singles titles: French Open (1989, 1994), U.S. Open (1994)

Secured six Grand Slam doubles titles

Represented Spain in the Fed Cup and Davis Cup, contributing to national triumphs

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