Tatiana Golovin

French tennis player and Australian Open quarterfinalist

Tatiana Golovin - Athletes & Sports Figures born January 25th, 1988
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Born in 1988, a professional tennis player represented France. Achieved significant success in the early 2000s. Won titles in singles and doubles on the WTA Tour. Advanced to the quarterfinals of the Australian Open in 2006. Contributed to the French national team in the Fed Cup.

Reached quarterfinals of the Australian Open in 2006

Won a WTA singles title

Claimed multiple WTA doubles titles

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