Li Na's Tennis Equipment, Gear, and Accessories

Birthday: 2/26/82
Birthplace: Wuhan, China
Residence: Wuhan, China
Height: 5'7 3/4" (1.72 m)
Weight:143 lbs (65 kg)
Plays: Right Handed
Turned Pro: 1999
Coach: Michael Mortensen
Website: www.facebook.com/lina
Grand Slam Titles: 1

Li Na was born February 26, 1982 in Wuhan, China. She began playing tennis at the age of 9 after playing badminton for two years. She is known for her aggressive baseline style of play and prefers hard courts. Shortly after winning her 14th ITF level tournament, Li took over two years off from the tour. After returning in 2004, it took only a few months before she made it through qualifying to win her first WTA level event in Guangzhou in 2004. She speaks Chinese and English and enjoys swimming, reading, shopping, and visiting Beijing. She won her first Grand Slam at the French Open in 2011.