TEHRAN - Elina Rahimi has become the first Iranian Women’s Singles player to make the main draw of a WTT Contender event after she battled through three rounds of qualifying at WTT Contender Istanbul 2026.
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Elina Rahimi Makes History as First Iranian Woman in WTT Contender Main Draw
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November 13, 2026
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Elina Rahimi has made history by becoming the first Iranian woman to qualify for the main draw of a WTT Contender event at the WTT Contender Istanbul 2026. This achievement highlights the growing presence of Iranian women in competitive sports. It is significant for Iran as it showcases progress in women's sports representation.
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