Caroline Vis

Dutch tennis player and doubles specialist

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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