Kim Steinmetz

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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. [1] [2] She retired from professional tennis in 1989.

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Career highlights

Steinmetz competed in over 26 Grand Slam (tennis) tournaments over her 10-year tennis career. [2]

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. [2] [1]

Post career

Following her retirement from professional tennis, Steinmetz began teaching in 1990. She is currently the tennis director at the Missouri Athletic Club. [1]

Earnings

Steinmetz' career earnings on the professional tour totaled $90,856. [3]

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