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Japanese tennis player
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Female
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Birth:
2 January 1955(Tokyo)
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Biography
Introduction
Naoko Sato (born 2 January 1955 ) is a retired Japanese female professional tennis player.
Career
Naoko Sato best results came in the doubles. She reached final of 1978 Australian Open with Pam Whytcross which they lost to Betsy Nagelsen and Renáta Tomanová in straight sets.
Grand Slam finals
Women's Doubles: 1 (0–1)
| Outcome | Year | Championship | Surface | Partner | Opponents | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Runner-up | 1978 | Australian Open | Hard |  Pam Whytcross |  Betsy Nagelsen Renáta Tomanová | 5–7, 2–6 |