Barbara Rittner
Tennis player and coach, Wimbledon Doubles
Born
April 25th, 1973
51 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Germany
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Achieved significant success in tennis as a professional player, reaching a career-high singles ranking of world No. 24 in 1995. Competed in Grand Slam events, with her best singles performance being the fourth round at the 1996 Australian Open. Gained prominence in doubles, where she won the mixed doubles title at Wimbledon in 1998 alongside partner Michael Hayes. Transitioned to a successful coaching career, contributing to the development of young talent in German tennis.
Reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 24
Won the mixed doubles title at Wimbledon in 1998
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