Svetlana Kuznetsova

Tennis Player with Grand Slam Titles

Svetlana Kuznetsova - Tennis Player with Grand Slam Titles
Born

June 27th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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A professional tennis player from Russia, achieved significant success on the WTA Tour. Won two Grand Slam singles titles, capturing the French Open in 2009 and the US Open in 2004. Reached a career-high ranking of world No. 2 in 2007. Secured multiple titles throughout a lengthy career and represented Russia in various international competitions, contributing to the country's success in the Fed Cup.

Won the French Open in 2009

Won the US Open in 2004

Represented Russia in the Fed Cup

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