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Kim Grant (tennis)

Kim Grant, South African tennis player

Kim Grant, born on May 1, 1971, is a notable name in the history of South African professional tennis. Her career on the demanding international circuit saw her compete with dedication and skill, primarily establishing her reputation through her prowess in doubles.

While many professional tennis players strive for success in both singles and doubles, Grant's career trajectory showcases a distinct specialization. Her singles journey saw her achieve a career-high WTA ranking of World No. 414, which she reached on July 31, 1995. This ranking reflects her commitment and effort in a highly competitive singles landscape.

However, it was truly on the doubles court where Kim Grant shone brightly, demonstrating a remarkable ability to form effective partnerships and execute strategic play. This specialization led her to a significantly higher career-high WTA doubles ranking of World No. 76, a considerable achievement set on May 6, 2002. This noticeable difference between her singles and doubles rankings is a common narrative in professional tennis, where certain players discover greater success and career longevity by focusing on the intricate teamwork, strategic positioning, and specific skills required for doubles play.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kim Grant

Who is Kim Grant?
Kim Grant is a former professional tennis player from South Africa, recognized for her career on the global tennis circuit.
When was Kim Grant born?
She was born on May 1, 1971.
What were Kim Grant's career-high WTA rankings?
Her career-high singles ranking was World No. 414, achieved on July 31, 1995. For doubles, she reached World No. 76, which was set on May 6, 2002.
Was Kim Grant more successful in singles or doubles?
Based on her career-high rankings, Kim Grant was considerably more successful in doubles, reaching a ranking within the top 100 worldwide, while her singles ranking remained outside the top 400.
What does her doubles ranking signify?
Achieving a World No. 76 ranking in doubles is a significant accomplishment, indicating her ability to consistently compete at a high professional level against elite doubles teams, requiring strong tactical acumen, excellent court coverage, and seamless partnership synergy.

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  • 8Jan

    Zulfikar Ali Bhutto

    Bowing to international pressure, President of Pakistan Zulfikar Ali Bhutto releases Bengali leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from prison, who had been arrested after declaring the independence of Bangladesh.
  • 7Jun

    First Amendment to the United States Constitution

    The United States Supreme Court overturns the conviction of Paul Cohen for disturbing the peace, setting the precedent that vulgar writing is protected under the First Amendment to the United States Constitution.
  • 11Jul

    Chile

    Copper mines in Chile are nationalized.
  • 21Sep

    Bhutan

    Bahrain, Bhutan and Qatar join the United Nations.
  • 24Nov

    D. B. Cooper

    During a severe thunderstorm over Washington state, a hijacker calling himself Dan Cooper (aka D. B. Cooper) parachutes from a Northwest Orient Airlines plane with $200,000 in ransom money. He has never been found.