Vivi turned professional in January 1992. She made headlines at Wimbledon in 2001 by defeating world number one Martina Hingis 6-4, 6-2 in the opening round. This was only the third time since 1927 that the top seed had lost in the first round.

Partnership with Paola Suarez

In 1995, Vivi met her long-time doubles partner, Paola Suarez of Argentina, at a clay court tournament in Houston, Texas. Despite a poor start, they went on to reach their ninth consecutive Grand Slam final at the 2004 French Open. This achievement had not been seen since Martina Navratilova and Pam Shriver's streak from Wimbledon 1983 to the 1985 Australian Open.

Awards and Honours

With Paola Suarez, Vivi received the Premio Consagracion Clarin al Merito Deportivo award for 2003. The duo was also named WTA's Doubles Team of the Year for three consecutive years: 2002, 2003, and 2004.

Injuries

Vivi faced some setbacks due to injuries. She withdrew from the 2005 tour event in Guangzhou, China due to illness and from Sopot, Poland in 2004 because of a right wrist injury.

Famous Relatives

Vivi's brother, Juan Ramon, is also a professional tennis player. Their shared passion for tennis has been a significant part of their lives.

Future Plans

Looking ahead, Vivi aims to continue her career under the guidance of Gabriel Urpi. Her focus remains on achieving more milestones and maintaining her position in professional tennis.

Vivi's journey in tennis has been marked by significant achievements and challenges. Her dedication and partnership with Paola Suarez have left an indelible mark on the sport. As she continues her career, fans eagerly anticipate her future accomplishments.