Nationality: CZE (Czech Republic)
Birthdate: February 24, 1982
Birthplace: Prague, Czech Republic
Residence: Prague, Czech Republic
Turned Pro: Pro (1999)
Plays: Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
2009 Ranking: 91
Coached by David Kunst
Married on June 6, 2006 (formerly Koukalova); husband, Jan Zakopal, is a Czech soccer player
Baseliner who prefers clay; favorite shot is backhand
Father, Jiri Koukal, is a taxi driver; mother, Jana Koukalova, is bartender at a golf resort
Both parents play tennis
Most memorable experience was reaching first Tour final at 2001 Antwerp
Lucky charm is stuffed animal turtle
Describes herself as quiet, good, impatient
Admires Martina Hingis
Favorites include the movie The Bodyguard, author Arthur Hailing and the book Airport
Other sports interests are in-line skating, running
Likes to visit Waikiki Beach.
Birthdate: February 24, 1982
Birthplace: Prague, Czech Republic
Residence: Prague, Czech Republic
Turned Pro: Pro (1999)
Plays: Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
2009 Ranking: 91
Coached by David Kunst
Married on June 6, 2006 (formerly Koukalova); husband, Jan Zakopal, is a Czech soccer player
Baseliner who prefers clay; favorite shot is backhand
Father, Jiri Koukal, is a taxi driver; mother, Jana Koukalova, is bartender at a golf resort
Both parents play tennis
Most memorable experience was reaching first Tour final at 2001 Antwerp
Lucky charm is stuffed animal turtle
Describes herself as quiet, good, impatient
Admires Martina Hingis
Favorites include the movie The Bodyguard, author Arthur Hailing and the book Airport
Other sports interests are in-line skating, running
Likes to visit Waikiki Beach.
