Zhang Shuai
Tennis player and Australian Open quarterfinalist
Born
January 21st, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
China
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A prominent tennis player from China, achieved significant success on the WTA Tour. Gained attention for reaching the quarterfinals at the 2016 Australian Open. Her career includes notable victories in singles and doubles competitions, contributing to her reputation in women's tennis. Represented China in various international tournaments, including the Olympics. Improved ranking significantly throughout her career, marking a notable presence in the sport.
Reached quarterfinals at 2016 Australian Open
Won multiple WTA doubles titles
Competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics
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