| Full name | Miriam Kanarek |
|---|---|
| Country (sports) | 
United States |
| Born | 1932 (age 91–92) |
| Plays | Right-handed |
| Singles | |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| US Open | 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]
- ^ "She's come a long way, baby". The Daily Item. July 13, 1973.
- ^ "Mrs. Williams Fights To Famous Victory". The Daily Telegraph. August 31, 1968.
- ^ "The lady pro turns net profit". The Herald Statesman. September 13, 1975.
- Mimi Kanarek at the International Tennis Federation (wrong age)
| Full name | Miriam Kanarek |
|---|---|
| Country (sports) |
United States |
| Born | 1932 (age 91–92) |
| Plays | Right-handed |
| Singles | |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| US Open | 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]
- ^ "She's come a long way, baby". The Daily Item. July 13, 1973.
- ^ "Mrs. Williams Fights To Famous Victory". The Daily Telegraph. August 31, 1968.
- ^ "The lady pro turns net profit". The Herald Statesman. September 13, 1975.
- Mimi Kanarek at the International Tennis Federation (wrong age)