Virginia Ruano Pascual

Tennis player; French Open champion

Virginia Ruano Pascual - Tennis player; French Open champion
Born

September 21st, 1973
51 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Spain

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Born in Spain, a professional tennis player specialized in doubles. Competed on the WTA Tour during the late 1990s and early 2000s. Excelled in doubles, achieving significant success alongside various partners. Won the French Open doubles title multiple times and contributed to Spain's Fed Cup victories. Made a mark in the sport with a variety of tournament wins and consistent performances.

Won the French Open women's doubles title in 2002

Earned three additional French Open doubles titles

Contributed to Spain winning the Fed Cup in 2008

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