Verónica Cepede Royg

Paraguayan tennis player, French Open 2016

Verónica Cepede Royg - Paraguayan tennis player, French Open 2016
Born

January 21st, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Paraguay

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Competed primarily on the WTA Tour and ITF Women’s Circuit, achieving a career-high singles ranking of No. 74 in 2017. Participated in the Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the third round of the French Open in 2016. Represented Paraguay in international competitions, including the Fed Cup. Gained recognition for strong performances on clay courts.

Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 74

Reached the third round of the French Open in 2016

Represented Paraguay in the Fed Cup

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