Tatiana Búa
Argentine tennis player and competitor
Competed professionally in tennis. Played in various tournaments including the WTA Tour and ITF events. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 118 in 2010. Represented Argentina in international competitions such as the Fed Cup.
Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 118
Represented Argentina in Fed Cup events
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January 19th, 1913 113 years ago
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January 19th, 1920 106 years ago
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January 19th, 1874 152 years ago
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