Dorothy Round

Tennis player and Wimbledon champion

Dorothy Round - Tennis player and Wimbledon champion
Born

July 13th, 1908
117 years ago

Died

1982
43 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Achieved significant success in tennis during the 1930s. Won the Wimbledon Women's Singles title in 1934 and 1937. Competed in numerous international tournaments, securing her status as one of the top players of her time. Contributed to British tennis achievements, representing the country in various competitions.

Won Wimbledon Women's Singles in 1934

Won Wimbledon Women's Singles in 1937

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