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Chris Newton (tennis)
Christine Newton (born 13 February 1956) is a New Zealand former professional tennis player.
| Full name | Christine Newton |
|---|---|
| Country (sports) | New Zealand |
| Born | 13 February 1956 |
| Singles | |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| Australian Open | 1R (1979, 1980) |
| French Open | Q1 (1978, 1980, 1982) |
| Wimbledon | 2R (1976) |
| US Open | Q1 (1978, 1980, 1981, 1982) |
| Doubles | |
| Grand Slam doubles results | |
| Australian Open | SF (1979) |
| French Open | 3R (1982) |
| Wimbledon | 3R (1980) |
| US Open | 3R (1978) |
While competing on tour in the 1970s and 1980s, Newton featured in the main draws of four grand slam tournaments, which included a doubles semi-final appearances at the 1979 Australian Open (with Jenny Walker). She played in the singles second round of the 1976 Wimbledon Championships, losing to Mona Guerrant.[1]
Newton won a doubles title at the Auckland Open in 1978 and was the singles runner-up in 1981.[2]
From 1975 to 1981 she competed in Federation Cup ties for New Zealand, playing in a total of 19 rubbers.
References Edit
- ^ "Wimbledon, England (AP)". San Bernardino Sun. 24 June 1976. p. 58.
- ^ "McEnroe Beats Connors". The New York Times. 12 January 1981.
External links Edit
- Chris Newton at the Women's Tennis Association
- Chris Newton at the Billie Jean King Cup
- Chris Newton at the International Tennis Federation