Mayar Sherif

Tennis player competing on WTA Tour

Mayar Sherif - Tennis player competing on WTA Tour
Born

May 5th, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Egypt

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Born in Egypt, a professional tennis player commenced a successful career in singles and doubles competitions. Competed on the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) Tour, achieving significant milestones. Achieved a historic first by becoming the first Egyptian woman to qualify for the main draw of a Grand Slam tournament at the 2020 French Open, marking a pivotal moment for Egyptian tennis. Additionally reached the finals in various ITF tournaments, achieving notable rankings and recognition in the sport.

First Egyptian woman to compete in a Grand Slam

Reached WTA singles rankings high of 64

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