Bojana Bobusic

Australian tennis player

Bojana Bobusic - Australian tennis player
Born

October 2nd, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Australia

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Competed professionally in tennis, achieving a career-high singles ranking of World No. 129 in 2012. Participated in major tournaments including the Australian Open and French Open, contributing to significant draws in women's singles events. Throughout career, played in both singles and doubles competitions, earning recognition in various championships.

Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 129 in 2012

Competed in the Australian Open and French Open

Participated in ITF tournaments with several titles

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