Marta Fernández

Spanish basketball player and Olympian

Marta Fernández - Spanish basketball player and Olympian
Born

December 21st, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Spain

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A professional basketball player from Spain made significant contributions to women's basketball during a career spanning multiple years. Played for the national team and participated in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Competed in top leagues including Liga Femenina and gained recognition for outstanding performance on the court. Played for notable clubs like Ros Casares Valencia, contributing to multiple championship victories.

Represented Spain in the 2008 Beijing Olympics

Played for Ros Casares Valencia, winning Liga Femenina championships

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