Nastasja Schunk

Tennis player and junior champion

Nastasja Schunk - Athletes & Sports Figures born August 17th, 2003
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A professional tennis player from Germany, gained recognition in junior competitions. Achieved notable success by winning the 2021 French Open girls' singles title. Competed on the ITF Women's Circuit and earned a ranking within the top 200 in women's singles. Showcased skills on both clay and hard courts during the career.

Won the 2021 French Open girls' singles title

Ranked in the top 200 of women's singles

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