Tamira Paszek facts for kids
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Paszek at the 2021 ITF Poitiers
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| Full name | Tamira Shelah Paszek |
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| Country (sports) |  Austria |
| Born | 6 December 1990 Dornbirn, Austria |
| Height | 1.65 m (5 ft 5 in) |
| Turned pro | 26 October 2005 |
| Plays | Right-handed (two-handed backhand) |
| Prize money | US$ 2,538,679 |
| Singles | |
| Career record | 416–307 (57.54%) |
| Career titles | 3 |
| Highest ranking | No. 26 (11 February 2013) |
| Current ranking | No. 396 (7 April 2025) |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| Australian Open | 2R (2007, 2013) |
| French Open | 2R (2007, 2014) |
| Wimbledon | QF (2011, 2012) |
| US Open | 4R (2007) |
| Other tournaments | |
| Olympic Games | 1R (2012) |
| Doubles | |
| Career record | 77–102 (43.02%) |
| Career titles | 0 WTA, 4 ITF |
| Highest ranking | No. 93 (6 May 2013) |
| Current ranking | No. 525 (7 April 2025) |
| Grand Slam doubles results | |
| Australian Open | 2R (2012) |
| French Open | 1R (2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013) |
| Wimbledon | 2R (2012, 2013) |
| US Open | 3R (2012) |
| Team competitions | |
| Fed Cup | 14–19 |
Tamira Shelah Paszek (born on December 6, 1990) is a talented tennis player from Austria. She became a professional player in 2005.
Tamira reached her highest singles ranking of world No. 26 in February 2013. She also achieved a doubles ranking of No. 93 in May 2013. Throughout her career, Tamira has won three singles titles on the WTA Tour. She also earned six singles and four doubles titles on the ITF Women's Circuit. Her best performances in major tournaments were reaching the quarterfinals at Wimbledon twice, in 2011 and 2012. Tamira has beaten many top-ranked players during her career.
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Tamira's Early Life and Family
Tamira Paszek started playing tennis when she was just four and a half years old. Her mother, Françoise Paszek, introduced her to the sport. Tamira's mother is from Chile and has Polish and French family roots. Her father, Ariff Mohamed, was born in Tanzania and grew up in Kenya, with Indian family roots. Tamira's last name, Paszek, comes from her grandfather on her mother's side.
Tamira's Tennis Journey
Starting as a Junior Player (2005–2007)
As a junior player, Tamira Paszek was a finalist in the girls' singles at the 2005 Wimbledon Championships and the 2006 US Open.
In September 2005, she won her first professional title at an ITF tournament in Sofia. A month later, she played in her first WTA tournament in Linz. She won her first match there before losing to a tough opponent.
In 2006, Tamira won her first WTA Tour title at the Slovenia Open. She was the youngest singles winner on the tour that year. She finished 2006 ranked No. 181 in the world.
Tamira started 2007 by playing in the Australian Open. She won her first match there, showing she could compete with top players. After a tournament in Miami, she entered the top 100 rankings.
At her first grass-court tournament in Birmingham, she reached the third round. Then, at Wimbledon, she made it to the fourth round. She beat two seeded players before losing to a higher-ranked opponent. This success moved her up to No. 35 in the world.
Tamira also played for the Austria Fed Cup team. She won two matches for her country in the group stage. Later in 2007, she played in her first US Open. She reached the fourth round, beating two more seeded players along the way.
Playing Through Challenges (2008–2009)
In 2008, Tamira reached the semifinals at the Auckland Open. At the Australian Open, she had a very close match against a top-ranked player, lasting three hours.
She faced a tough period with several losses but bounced back at the Rogers Cup in Montreal. There, she famously defeated the world No. 1 player, Ana Ivanovic. Tamira then reached the final of the Bali Tennis Classic, where she was the runner-up.
In 2009, Tamira continued to compete in major tournaments like the Australian Open and Indian Wells. She worked hard to improve her game.
Building Momentum (2010)
Tamira started 2010 by playing in tournaments like the Auckland Open and Hobart International. She faced tough opponents in the early rounds.
She won an ITF tournament in İzmir, Turkey, which helped her gain confidence. At the Wimbledon Championships, she made it through the qualifying rounds to reach the main draw.
Tamira showed great determination at the US Open. She won three qualifying matches to enter the main draw. In the first round, she upset a seeded player before losing in the second round.
Her hard work paid off at the Tournoi de Québec in Canada. She reached the final and won the title, beating Bethanie Mattek-Sands in a close match. This was a big win for her.
Wimbledon Success (2011)
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In 2011, Tamira continued to play in many tournaments around the world. She often had to go through qualifying rounds to reach the main draws.
Her biggest achievement of the year came at the Wimbledon Championships. She had impressive wins over several players, including a former French Open champion. For the first time in her career, she reached the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam tournament. She eventually lost to a top-ranked player, but it was a fantastic run.
After Wimbledon, Tamira reached the semifinals at the Washington Open. She also had a notable win over a top-10 player, Jelena Janković, at the China Open. Tamira finished 2011 ranked No. 43 in the world.
Another Strong Year (2012)
Tamira's 2012 season started with some challenges, but she found her form on the grass courts. At the Eastbourne International, she reached her first WTA Tour final since 2010. In a thrilling final, she upset a top-10 player, Angelique Kerber, to win her third WTA title. She saved five match points in that final!
Her success continued at the Wimbledon Championships. For the second year in a row, she reached the quarterfinals. She had a memorable first-round win against former world No. 1, Caroline Wozniacki, in a match that lasted over three hours.
Tamira represented Austria at the 2012 Summer Olympics. She also had a good run at the Rogers Cup, reaching the quarterfinals. She finished 2012 ranked No. 30, which was her best year yet.
Facing Injuries (2013–Present)
The year 2013 brought some difficulties for Tamira. She reached her career-high ranking of No. 26 in February. However, she then faced several injuries, including issues with her neck, hamstring, and thigh. These injuries made it hard for her to play consistently.
Despite the injuries, she continued to compete. She won a doubles title at the Las Vegas Open in September 2013. She also reached the final of an ITF tournament in France, showing her fighting spirit.
From 2014 to 2016, Tamira continued to work hard, winning an ITF singles title in Rancho Santa Fe in 2014. She also reached other ITF finals. She kept trying to qualify for major tournaments like the Grand Slams.
After 2016, Tamira played in fewer tournaments due to ongoing challenges. She returned to the ITF Circuit in August 2020, showing her dedication to the sport. As of April 2025, she is still ranked in singles and doubles.
Tamira's Achievements
Tamira Paszek has had a remarkable career with many memorable moments. She has won three WTA singles titles and six ITF singles titles. She also has four ITF doubles titles. Her ability to beat top-ranked players and reach the quarterfinals of Wimbledon twice shows her talent and determination.
Images for kids
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Tamira Paszek at the 2013 Wimbledon Championships
See also
In Spanish: Tamira Paszek para niños
