Dominik Hrbatý
Professional Tennis Player with ATP Titles
Born
January 4th, 1978
47 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Slovakia
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A professional tennis player from Slovakia, achieved significant success in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Competed on the ATP Tour, reaching a career-high singles ranking of World No. 12 in June 2004. Won two ATP singles titles during the career and reached the fourth round of the Australian Open in 1999. Also represented Slovakia in various Davis Cup competitions, contributing to the national team's efforts.
Achieved ATP singles ranking of World No. 12
Won two ATP singles titles
Reached fourth round of Australian Open 1999
Represented Slovakia in Davis Cup
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