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Jelena Jankovic - Game Profile

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Date of Birth: 2/28/1985

Nation: Serbia

Height: 5'9"

Weight: 134 lbs

Turned Pro: 2000

Best Singles Grand Slams: Runner-up at US Open in 2008; semifinalist at Roland Garros in 2007 and 2008 and at US Open in 2006.

Plays: Right-handed, with two-handed backhand.

Basic Style: Power baseliner.

Greatest Strengths: Good power, depth, and placement on backhand. Speed and high level of effort combine for excellent court coverage.

Room for Improvement: Serve could be more potent.

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