Definition
Camilla Alfieri is an Italian former professional tennis player.
Overview
Born on 26 March 1985, Camilla Alfieri competed on the ITF Women's Circuit in the early to mid‑2000s. During her career she earned approximately US $45,000 in prize money and attained a career‑high WTA singles ranking of No. 258 on 3 April 2006. In doubles, her highest ranking was No. 293, achieved on 23 October 2006. Alfieri secured several ITF singles titles and participated in qualifying rounds of WTA Tour events, though she did not record main‑draw appearances at Grand Slam tournaments.
Etymology/Origin
The given name “Camilla” derives from the Latin Camilla, historically used in Roman literature and later adopted in various European languages. The surname “Alfieri” is of Italian origin, a patronymic derived from the medieval given name Alferio or the Germanic Alfher, meaning “elf army.” Both components are common in Italy.
Characteristics
- Playing style: Recorded as a right‑handed baseline player; specific technical attributes (e.g., preferred surface, dominant strokes) are not extensively documented in publicly available sources.
- Career highlights:
- ITF singles titles: 3 (including victories in 2004–2005)
- ITF doubles titles: 2
- Highest singles ranking: No. 258 (3 April 2006)
- Highest doubles ranking: No. 293 (23 October 2006)
- Retirement: She ceased appearing in professional tournaments after 2008, after which she has maintained a low public profile.
Related Topics
- Italian tennis players
- ITF Women's Circuit
- Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) rankings
- Professional tennis in the 2000s
Note: The above information reflects data available from recognized tennis record databases and sports archives up to 2023. No additional personal or post‑career details have been verified in reliable encyclopedic sources.