Carole Monnet

Professional Tennis Player

Carole Monnet - Professional Tennis Player
Born

December 1st, 2001
23 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

Links & References

A professional tennis player from France, accolades include competing in various international tournaments since turning professional. Achieved significant rankings within the WTA tour and participated in the French Open. Recognized for strong performance in junior competitions as well, earning early attention in the sport.

Competed in the French Open

Achieved high WTA rankings

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