Mimi Kanarek Explained

Mimi Kanarek
Fullname:Miriam Kanarek
Plays:Right-handed
Usopenresult:3R (1967)

Miriam Kanarek Donegan (born 1932) is an American former professional tennis player.

Originally from Nicaragua, Kanarek moved to Brooklyn, New York as 13-year old and came to the sport late, first picking up a racket when she was 16.[1] She featured in the singles main draw of the 1968 US Open and lost a close first round match to Frances MacLennan, 9–11 in the third set.[2] Outside of her playing career she was also involved in running local tennis facilities, including The River Tennis Club in Hastings, New York.[3]

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Notes and References

  1. News: She's come a long way, baby . . July 13, 1973.
  2. News: Mrs. Williams Fights To Famous Victory . . August 31, 1968.
  3. News: The lady pro turns net profit . . September 13, 1975.