Marina Melnikova

Russian tennis player and competitor

Marina Melnikova - Russian tennis player and competitor
Born

February 5th, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

Links & References

Competed professionally in tennis and participated in various international tournaments. Achieved a notable ranking in singles and doubles categories. Represented Russia in multiple Federation Cups and had significant contributions to the national team’s efforts in international competitions.

Achieved a top 100 ranking in WTA singles

Competed in the Fed Cup representing Russia

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