Caroline Vis
Dutch tennis player and doubles specialist
Born
March 4th, 1970
55 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Netherlands
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Competed professionally in tennis, focusing primarily on doubles. Achieved significant success on the WTA Tour, including participating in multiple Grand Slam tournaments. Secured a total of 6 WTA doubles titles during career. Represented the Netherlands in various international competitions, contributing to the national team's efforts in the Fed Cup.
Won 6 WTA doubles titles
Reached the quarterfinals of the French Open in women's doubles
Participated in the Olympics representing the Netherlands
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