Paola Suárez
Tennis player with multiple Grand Slam titles
Born
June 23rd, 1976
49 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Argentina
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Argentinian tennis player achieved significant success in doubles. Won four Grand Slam doubles titles, including the French Open in 2004 and the US Open in 2002. Reached world No. 1 in the Women's Tennis Association doubles rankings. Competed in the Olympics, earning a bronze medal in women's doubles in 2004 alongside her partner.
Won four Grand Slam doubles titles
Reached world No. 1 in doubles rankings
Earned bronze medal in 2004 Olympics
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