August 17, 2023
By Somak Adhikari
Sania Mirza and Indian tennis almost go hand in hand with each other.
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Sania Mirza is an inspiration to many girls all over the country who want to become a sports icon like her.
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Sania Mirza started playing tennis at the tender age of six, and very quickly rose through the ranks.
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More vigorous tennis training began under her father's watchful eye at 12, when Sania Mirza truly started to excel.
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Sania Mirza won the Wimbledon Junior Championship in 2003, which many people don't know.
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Sania Mirza is also the first Indian woman to win a WomenĄŻs Tennis Association WTA title.
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Although Sania Mirza began her career as a singles tennis player, she switched to doubles tennis later on.
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Sania Mirza is also the first Indian woman to win a WomenĄŻs Doubles Grand Slam.
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At one point Sania Mirza was the No. 1 female doubles player for 80 consecutive weeks.
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Recognising her contributions to Indian sport, Sania Mirza received the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2004.
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Sania Mirza called it a day early in 2023 and she leaves behind a legacy to live up to.?
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