Sania Mirza | Career Timeline Of India'S First Female Tennis Superstar – CNBCTV18

Switch to Slide ShowSUMMARYIndian tennis star Sania Mirza is retiring from professional tennis after playing in the Dubai Tennis Championships 2023 in February following a decorated career spanning over two decades. Despite facing challenges from injuries, the former world No.1 in doubles captured numerous titles, including six Grand Slams, and leaves the sport as a trailblazer for women in world tennis. As we bid farewell to Mirza, let’s take a look back at her early life, career highlights, and notable achievements.1 / 19In 2001, Sania Mirza began her professional tennis career by playing her first event on the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Circuit in India. The young and ambitious player was determined to make a name for herself in the world of tennis. (Image: Shutterstock)2 / 19The following year, in 2002, Mirza achieved success early on in her career by winning three singles titles and one doubles title on the ITF Circuit. Additionally, she also won a bronze medal in the mixed doubles at the Asian Games, partnering with Leander Paes. (Image: Shutterstock)3 / 19In 2003, Mirza made her debut in the main draw of a WTA event in Hyderabad, and continued to dominate on the ITF Circuit, winning three
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