Maša Zec Peškirič

Tennis player with ITF titles

Maša Zec Peškirič - Tennis player with ITF titles
Born

January 21st, 1987
38 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Slovenia

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Competed in professional tennis with participation in ITF tournaments. Achieved success in doubles events, securing multiple ITF doubles titles throughout the career. Represented Slovenia in various international competitions, contributing to the nation's presence in tennis.

Won several ITF doubles titles

Represented Slovenia in international events

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