Eva Hrdinová

Czech tennis player

Eva Hrdinová - Czech tennis player
Born

June 15th, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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Competed professionally in tennis, primarily active in the 2000s. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 21 in 2004. Participated in all major Grand Slam tournaments, with notable appearances in the French Open and the US Open. Played for the Czech Republic in Fed Cup competitions, contributing to the team's efforts during her tenure. Retired from professional play, transitioning to coaching and tennis promotion.

Achieved career-high singles ranking of World No. 21

Competed in the French Open and US Open

Represented the Czech Republic in Fed Cup

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