Kathinka von Deichmann

Tennis player representing Liechtenstein

Kathinka von Deichmann - Tennis player representing Liechtenstein
Born

May 16th, 1994
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Liechtenstein

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A professional tennis player competed on the WTA tour. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 115 in July 2018. Participated in the Fed Cup for Liechtenstein, contributing to the team's efforts in international competition. Played in various ITF tournaments, securing multiple titles during the career. Represented Liechtenstein at the Olympic Games.

Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 115

Competed in the Fed Cup for Liechtenstein

Secured multiple ITF tournament titles

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