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Vera Zvonareva, one step away from making history at 41 years old

Fernando Murciego - 6 Dec 2025
Vera Zvonareva Makes History in Dubai at 41 Years Old. Source: Getty

When Vera Zvonareva stepped away from tennis in May 2024 due to a serious shoulder injury, many thought that would mark her retirement. This week, just having turned 41, it has been confirmed that it is not so. The Russian player took a risk by returning in the W100 in Dubai. What has been the result? Making it to both the singles final and the doubles final.

Tomorrow will be the big day to see how high she sets the bar in a week that could be historical. She will compete in the doubles final alongside her compatriot Rada Zolotareva, while in the singles final, she will face Petra Marcinko, who is 21 years her junior.

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