Ayumi Morita

Japanese professional tennis player

Ayumi Morita - Japanese professional tennis player
Born

March 11th, 1990
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Achieved a highest singles ranking of World No. 49 in 2012. Competed in all four Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the second round at the Australian Open and the US Open. Won one WTA title and multiple ITF titles during her career. Represented Japan in international competitions, contributing to the national team's efforts in the Fed Cup.

Achieved World No. 49 singles ranking in 2012

Won one WTA singles title

Represented Japan in Fed Cup competitions

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