Heidi El Tabakh

Tennis player with Grand Slam appearances

Heidi El Tabakh - Tennis player with Grand Slam appearances
Born

September 25th, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Egypt

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This Egyptian-Canadian tennis player reached a career-high singles ranking of World No. 73 in 2013. Participation in four Grand Slam tournaments, including the Australian Open and the French Open, marked significant milestones in the professional career. El Tabakh competed primarily on the ITF Women's Circuit, where she won several titles throughout her career. In doubles, she achieved notable success, securing victories on the WTA Tour and earning a highest ranking of World No. 64.

Achieved a career-high singles ranking of 73

Competed in four Grand Slam tournaments

Won multiple ITF Women's Circuit titles

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