Sandrine Testud

Tennis player with French Open success

Sandrine Testud - Tennis player with French Open success
Born

April 3rd, 1972
52 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

France

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Achieved success on the tennis circuit during the 1990s and early 2000s. Played professionally from 1989 to 2006. Won one WTA singles title and reached the quarterfinals of the French Open in 1997. Competed in doubles, capturing five WTA doubles titles, including the 2000 Australian Open women's doubles title alongside partner, with a record of reaching the finals in several Grand Slam events. Represented France in international competitions such as the Fed Cup.

Reached quarterfinals of the French Open (1997)

Won 2000 Australian Open women's doubles

Captained France in Fed Cup competition

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