Dalma Gálfi

Hungarian tennis player and champion

Dalma Gálfi - Hungarian tennis player and champion
Born

August 13th, 1998
27 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Hungary

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Born in 1998, this Hungarian tennis player gained recognition on the international circuit. She achieved significant success in junior competitions, winning the girls' doubles title at the 2016 French Open. This achievement marked her as a rising star in the sport. In professional tennis, she competes on the WTA Tour and has participated in various Grand Slam events, further establishing her presence in the competitive landscape of women's tennis.

Won girls' doubles title at the 2016 French Open

Competed in multiple Grand Slam tournaments

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