Zuzana Kučová
Slovak professional tennis player
Born
June 26th, 1982
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Slovakia
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Competed on the WTA Tour primarily in the 2000s and 2010s. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 35 in 2008. Played in the singles and doubles events at several Grand Slam tournaments, including the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open. Represented Slovakia in Fed Cup competitions.
Achieved career-high singles ranking of World No. 35
Participated in all four Grand Slam tournaments
Competed for Slovakia in Fed Cup
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