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American tennis player
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Female
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Birth:
22 December 1957(St. Louis)
The details
Biography
Introduction
Kim Steinmetz (born December 22, 1957) is an American former professional Women's Tennis Association (WTA) player. She was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. She retired from professional tennis in 1989.
Career highlights
Steinmetz competed in over 26 Grand Slam (tennis) tournaments over her 10 year tennis career.
Steinmetz' victory over Natasha Zvereva in the 1988 U.S. Open is often cited as her greatest victory. Following her win over Zvereva, Steinmetz lost to Arantxa Sánchez Vicario.
Post career
Following her retirement from professional tennis, Steinmetz began teaching in 1990. She is currently the tennis director at the Missouri Athletic Club.
Earnings
Steinmetz' career earnings on the professional tour totaled $90,856.