María Teresa Torró Flor

Tennis Player; French Open Doubles Winner

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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