Harmony Tan
Tennis player with notable Grand Slam appearances
Born
September 11th, 1997
28 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
France
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Competed professionally in tennis, representing France in numerous tournaments. Rose to prominence in 2022 when reaching the fourth round of Wimbledon, marking a significant achievement in career. Her playing style features a strong baseline game and effective net play, contributing to success on both hard and grass courts. Earned recognition within the sports community for resilience and competitive spirit.
Reached fourth round of Wimbledon 2022
Participated in various WTA tournaments
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