Karen Schimper

Karen Schimper (born 26 May 1967) is a former professional tennis player from South Africa.

Karen Schimper
Full nameKaren Schimper
Country (sports) South Africa
Born (1967-05-26) 26 May 1967
Prize money$126,308
Singles
Career record112–77
Highest rankingNo. 75 (23 May 1988)
Grand Slam Singles results
French Open4R (1987)
Wimbledon3R (1988)
US Open2R (1987)
Doubles
Career record34–51
Highest rankingNo. 78 (10 April 1989)
Grand Slam Doubles results
French Open2R (1987)
Wimbledon2R (1989)
US Open1R (1987, 1988)

Biography

Schimper, who comes from Bloemfontein, began competing on the professional tour in 1986, winning two ITF singles titles.[1]

At the 1987 French Open she made it to the four round, competing as a qualifier. She had with wins over Maria Lindström, Lisa Bonder and Terry Phelps, before being eliminated by Gabriela Sabatini.[2]

Her career best ranking of 75 in the world came in 1988.

References

  1. "Schimper Finds Her First Trip To U.s. A Profitable Activity". Sun-Sentinel. 14 July 1986. Retrieved 28 May 2018.
  2. Feinstein, John (31 May 1987). "Arias Coming Back". The Washington Post. Retrieved 28 May 2018.
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