Kamilla Rakhimova
Tennis Player, WTA Doubles Titles Winner

Born
August 28th, 2001
23 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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Professional tennis player began competing at a young age, achieving success in singles and doubles formats. Won a WTA doubles title, showcasing skill on the court. Also gained recognition in various junior tournaments, earning an impressive ranking in youth competitions. Participated in Grand Slam events, demonstrating competitive ability against top-ranked players. Continued to build a reputation within the sport.
Won a WTA doubles title
Achieved significant success in junior competitions
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