Karolína Muchová

Czech professional tennis player

Karolína Muchová - Czech professional tennis player
Born

August 21st, 1996
28 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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A professional tennis player from the Czech Republic, achievements include reaching the semifinals of the 2021 French Open, where a notable match against the veteran player, Aryna Sabalenka, highlighted competitive skills. Also secured a title at the 2019 Korea Open, demonstrating capability on international courts. Participated in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, representing the Czech Republic in tennis.

Reached semifinals of the 2021 French Open

Won the 2019 Korea Open

Competed in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics

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