Lenka Wienerová

Slovak tennis player and competitor

Lenka Wienerová - Slovak tennis player and competitor
Born

April 23rd, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Slovakia

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Competed professionally in women's tennis. Participated in various singles and doubles tournaments throughout Europe and globally. Achieved notable rankings on the WTA Tour during career span. Represented Slovakia in international competitions.

Reached a career-high singles ranking of No. 72 in 2009

Competitively participated in Grand Slam tournaments

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