Rene Busch

Estonian tennis player and coach

Rene Busch - Estonian tennis player and coach
Born

July 19th, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Estonia

Links & References

Played professionally from the early 1990s to the early 2000s. Competed in various ATP events and represented Estonia in international competitions. Transitioned to coaching after retiring from professional play, contributing to the development of tennis in Estonia and training young athletes.

Represented Estonia in Davis Cup

Coached emerging tennis talents in Estonia

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