Çağla Büyükakçay

Turkish tennis player and Olympian

Çağla Büyükakçay - Athletes & Sports Figures born September 28th, 1989
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Achieved notable success in professional tennis, representing Turkey in various international competitions. In 2016, competed in the Rio Olympics. Secured multiple titles on the ITF Women's Circuit, showcasing consistent performance on the tour. Played in both singles and doubles categories, contributing to the growth of tennis in Turkey.

First Turkish female player to compete at the Olympics

Won the 2015 Bastad Open doubles title

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