Elisabetta Cocciaretto

Italian tennis player with WTA titles

Elisabetta Cocciaretto - Italian tennis player with WTA titles
Born

January 25th, 2001
24 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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Born in 2001, this Italian tennis player began her professional career in 2016. Achieved a career-high ranking of No. 54 in the WTA rankings in 2023. Competed in major tournaments including the Australian Open and French Open. Gained recognition for performances on the WTA tour and for winning the 2021 W60 event in Charleston, South Carolina. Continuously worked to improve rankings and gain experience on the international circuit.

Achieved a career-high WTA ranking of No. 54

Won the W60 event in Charleston, South Carolina

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