Kayla Day

Tennis player with junior Grand Slam title

Kayla Day - Tennis player with junior Grand Slam title
Born

September 28th, 1999
25 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Achieved recognition as a professional tennis player. Won the Wimbledon Junior Championships in 2016, marking a significant milestone in a budding career. Competed in various professional tournaments, including the US Open and Australian Open, showcasing talent on an international stage. Reached a career-high ranking of world No. 48 in singles in 2017. Played in several doubles events, contributing to overall rankings and experience.

Winning the Wimbledon Junior Championships in 2016

Achieving a career-high singles ranking of No. 48

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