Greet Minnen
Belgian tennis player
Born
August 14th, 1997
28 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Belgium
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An accomplished tennis player from Belgium, achieved notable success in both singles and doubles. Competed in the WTA Tour and earned a career-high singles ranking of World No. 58. Gained prominence in the Belgian tennis scene and represented the country in international competitions. Participated in Grand Slam tournaments, showcasing skills and perseverance on the court.
Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 58
Competed in Grand Slam tournaments
Represented Belgium in international competitions
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