María Teresa Torró Flor
Tennis Player; French Open Doubles Winner
Born
May 2nd, 1992
33 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Spain
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A professional tennis player from Spain, made significant strides in women's tennis during the early 2010s. Competed in various international tournaments on the WTA Tour, demonstrating skill on both singles and doubles courts. Achieved notable success by winning the French Open women's doubles title, showcasing proficiency in high-pressure match situations. Represented Spain in several international team competitions, contributing to the development and presence of Spanish players in the global tennis scene.
Won the 2014 French Open women's doubles title
Represented Spain in Fed Cup competitions
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