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Conchita Martínez

Conchita Martínez

Spanish tennis player

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  • Jun 4

    Maja Chwalińska becomes first qualifier to reach Roland Garros final, defeating Diana Sznajder in straight sets

    World No. 114 Maja Chwalińska, who entered the French Open through three qualifying rounds, beat Diana Sznajder 7:6(4), 6:4 on Thursday to become the first qualifier ever to reach the women's singles final at Roland Garros.

  • Jun 2

    Mirra Andreeva storms into French Open semi-finals, routing Sorana Cirstea 6-0, 6-3 in 57 minutes

    The 19-year-old Russian needed just 57 minutes to dismantle Sorana Cirstea on Court Philippe Chatrier, setting up a semi-final against a Ukrainian opponent.

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