Karen Schimper
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| Full name | Karen Schimper |
|---|---|
| Country (sports) |  South Africa |
| Born | 26 May 1967 |
| Retired | 1994 |
| Prize money | $126,308 |
| Singles | |
| Career record | 112-77 |
| Career titles | 2 ITF |
| Highest ranking | No. 75 (23 May 1988) |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| French Open | 4R (1987) |
| Wimbledon | 3R (1988) |
| US Open | 2R (1987) |
| Doubles | |
| Career record | 34-51 |
| Highest ranking | No. 78 (10 April 1989) |
| Grand Slam doubles results | |
| French Open | 2R (1987) |
| Wimbledon | 2R (1989) |
| US Open | 1R (1987, 1988) |
Karen Schimper (born 26 May 1967) is a former professional tennis player from South Africa.
Schimper, who comes from Bloemfontein, began competing on the professional tour in 1986, winning two ITF singles titles.[1]
At the 1987 French Open she made it to the four round, competing as a qualifier. She had with wins over Maria Lindström, Lisa Bonder and Terry Phelps, before being eliminated by Gabriela Sabatini.[2]
Her career best ranking of 75 in the world came in 1988.
