Maria Elena Camerin

Tennis player with WTA titles

Maria Elena Camerin - Tennis player with WTA titles
Born

March 21st, 1982
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Italy

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An Italian tennis player achieved success on the WTA Tour. Competing professionally from the early 2000s, earned a reputation for strong performances on clay and hard courts. Ranked as high as 35 in the WTA singles rankings during her career. Captured two WTA singles titles and had notable victories against top-ranked players. Participated in all four Grand Slam tournaments, with a best performance reaching the fourth round at the Australian Open in 2005. Represented Italy in the Fed Cup, contributing to the national team's efforts in various international competitions.

Won 2 WTA singles titles

Reached 4th round of Australian Open 2005

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