Laura Robson
Tennis player and Olympic medalist
Born
January 21st, 1994
31 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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This Australian-English tennis player gained recognition in the sport during her junior career, winning the 2008 Australian Open girls' singles title. The player achieved significant success on the WTA Tour, reaching the fourth round of Wimbledon in 2013, which marked a high point in her professional endeavors. In mixed doubles, she represented Great Britain at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where the team secured a silver medal, highlighting her contributions to the sport on an international level. Injuries affected the player's career progression, but her achievements in youth and elite competitions remain noteworthy.
Won the 2008 Australian Open girls' singles
Reached the fourth round at Wimbledon 2013
Won a silver medal in mixed doubles at 2016 Rio Olympics
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