Martin Nekola is her coach and taxi driver by profession Jiri Koukal is her father, her mother is bartender at a golf resort Ana Koukalova .She got married to a Czech soccer player Jan Zakopal on June 6, 2006. She likes to play back shot which is her favorite shot. The memorable moment of her life was reaching first WTA final at 2001 Antwerp. She likes to watch movies a lot especially 8mm is her most favorite, marry Higgins Clark is her favorite author. Other interests include enjoying in-line skating, running. Martina Hingis is her admiration in the world of tennis.
Klara Zakopalova Personal Details:
- Residence: Prague, Czech Republic
- Date of Birth: 24 Feb 1982
- Birthplace: Prague, Czech Republic
- Height: 5′ 5 1/4″ (1.66 m)
- Weight: 121 lbs. (55 kg)
- Plays: Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
- Status: Pro (1999)
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Klara Zakopalova Career Highlights:
SINGLES
Winner (2): 2005 – ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Portoroz.
Finalist (10): 2013 – Shenzhen; 2010 – Copenhagen, Seoul; 2008 – Viña del Mar; 2005 – Palermo; 2004 – ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Sopot; 2003 – Sopot; 2002 – Casablanca; 2001 – Antwerp.
DOUBLES
Winner (1): 2011 – ‘s-Hertogenbosch (w/Zahlavova Strycova).
Finalist (4): 2011 – Palermo (w/Hlavackova); 2009 – Portoroz (w/Pin), Moscow (w/Kondratieva); 2001 – Québec City (w/Vaskova).
ADDITIONAL
Czech Republic Fed Cup Team, 2002-04, 2006; Czech Olympic Team, 2004, 2008, 2012.