Tatiana Golovin facts for kids
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Golovin at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris
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| Country (sports) |  France |
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| Residence | New York, U.S. |
| Born | 25 January 1988 Moscow, Soviet Union |
| Height | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Turned pro | 2002 |
| Retired | 2008 (first retirement), 2019 (second retirement) |
| Plays | Right-handed (two-handed backhand) |
| Prize money | US$ 1,923,053 |
| Singles | |
| Career record | 165–93 (63.95%) |
| Career titles | 2 |
| Highest ranking | No. 12 (4 February 2008) |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| Australian Open | 4R (2004) |
| French Open | 3R (2005) |
| Wimbledon | 4R (2004) |
| US Open | QF (2006) |
| Doubles | |
| Career record | 21–32 (39.62%) |
| Career titles | 0 |
| Highest ranking | No. 91 (13 August 2007) |
| Grand Slam doubles results | |
| Australian Open | 2R (2006) |
| French Open | 1R (2002, 2003, 2005) |
| Wimbledon | 3R (2004) |
| US Open | 2R (2006) |
| Grand Slam mixed doubles results | |
| French Open | W (2004) |
Tatiana Golovin is a French former professional tennis player. She was born in Moscow, Russia, on January 25, 1988. Tatiana became famous for her powerful game on the court.
She won the mixed-doubles title at the 2004 French Open with her partner Richard Gasquet. Tatiana also reached the quarterfinals in singles at the 2006 US Open. Her highest singles ranking was world No. 12. She had to stop playing tennis in 2008 due to a back injury.
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Early Life and Training
Tatiana Golovin's family moved to France when she was only eight months old. She later became a French citizen. She spent six years training at a famous tennis camp in Florida, run by Nick Bollettieri. During her career, she was coached by well-known tennis figures like Mats Wilander and Brad Gilbert.
Tennis Career Highlights
Tatiana Golovin started her professional tennis journey in 2002. She quickly showed her talent on the court.
Starting Out: 2002–2003
Golovin played her first professional tournaments in 2002. In 2003, she won her first main-draw match on the WTA Tour. This was a big step for her career.
Grand Slam Success: 2004–2005
The year 2004 was very important for Tatiana.
- At the Australian Open, she reached the fourth round. She beat higher-ranked players, showing her potential.
- She won the mixed doubles title at the French Open with Richard Gasquet. This was her first major title.
- At Wimbledon, she also made it to the fourth round. She played against tennis legend Serena Williams.
Tatiana reached her first singles final on the WTA Tour in Birmingham, UK, in 2004. She also beat a top 10 player for the first time. By the end of 2004, she was ranked in the top 50 players in the world. In 2005, she continued to play well, reaching more finals and semifinals. She entered the top 20 rankings.
Reaching Her Peak: 2006–2007
The years 2006 and 2007 were some of Tatiana's best.
- In 2006, she reached the semifinals at the Miami Open. She had a great run at the US Open, reaching the quarterfinals. She played against Maria Sharapova, who later won the tournament.
- Tatiana reached another final in Stuttgart, Germany, in 2006. She continued to beat many top 10 players.
In 2007, Tatiana won her first WTA singles title at the Bausch & Lomb Championships in Amelia Island, USA. She won her second title later that year in Portorož, Slovenia. She also reached two more finals in Stuttgart and Zurich, playing against Justine Henin, who was one of the best players in the world.
Retirement and Comeback Attempts
In 2008, Tatiana Golovin faced a serious challenge. She was diagnosed with inflammation in her lower back. This injury forced her to stop playing professional tennis. She officially retired from the sport.
After her retirement, Tatiana worked in broadcasting, becoming a tennis commentator for French television. In 2009, she appeared in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition.
In September 2019, Tatiana announced that she was planning to return to professional tennis. She had been training hard and felt ready to compete again. However, her comeback was short-lived, and she retired again.
Personal Life
Tatiana Golovin was born in Moscow, Russia, but grew up in Paris, France. She can speak French, English, and Russian fluently. She has two sisters, Olga and Oxana.
Tatiana is a member of the 'Champions for Peace' club. This group includes 54 famous athletes who use sport to promote peace around the world. It was created by Peace and Sport, an organization based in Monaco.
Tatiana is also a mother. On March 22, 2015, she announced she was expecting a child with her partner, French rugby player Hugo Bonneval. Their daughter, Anastasia, was born on July 10, 2015. They welcomed a son in November 2017.
Images for kids
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Golovin at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris
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Golovin at the 2007 Fortis Championships Luxembourg
See also
In Spanish: Tatiana Golovin para niños
