Lilli Tagger turns 18 - | Austria's next number 1?:
Lilli Tagger turns 18 - | Austria's next number 1?
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Lilli Tagger Emerging as Austria’s Tennis StarAt 18, Tagger is nearing the top 100 and aims to compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Key FactsFeb 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tennisnet.com
- Lilli Tagger won the 2025 French Open Junior title and is recognized as a leading prospect in Austrian women’s tennis.
- She has earned ITF titles in Fujairah and delivered strong performances at WTA events in Jiujiang and Mumbai.
- Currently ranked 114th globally, she trains with Jannik Sinner’s extended team, emphasizing professionalism.
- Her clear ambition is to participate in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, supported by her mature playing style and focused mindset.
She has no nonsense in her head.— Barbara Schett praising Lilli Tagger's grounded nature.
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- Lilli Tagger defeated Sara Bejlek 6-3, 6-4 to secure a spot in the semifinals of the Prague WTA 250 tournament.
- Tagger maintained a flawless service game in the first set against the world No. 40, establishing a strong lead early on.
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- Tagger improved her serve and played more aggressively to claim the second set and level the match.
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