Miles Walker (tennis)
Miles Stephen Walker (born 1961) is an American former professional tennis player.
| Full name | Miles Stephen Walker |
|---|---|
| Country (sports) |  United States |
| Born | 1961 (age 61–62) San Francisco, California |
| Singles | |
| Career record | 0–1 |
| Highest ranking | No. 363 (Aug 8, 1988) |
| Doubles | |
| Career record | 0–1 |
| Highest ranking | No. 544 (Sep 17, 1990) |
Walker played varsity tennis for Chapman College and won the 1988 NCAA Division II singles title.[1] He had returned to Chapman after leaving tennis in 1980 and playing little competitive tennis for the next six years.[2]
On the professional tour he featured mostly in satellite events, with his biggest tournament appearance the 1989 Canadian Open, where he was a main draw qualifier.[3] He was beaten in the first round by Grant Connell.[4]
References
- "Chapman's Walker Wins NCAA Singles Title". Los Angeles Times. May 23, 1988. Archived from the original on February 11, 2022.
- "He Stopped Walking Away". Los Angeles Times. April 18, 1987. Archived from the original on February 11, 2022.
- Tush, Terry (July 21, 1990). "Familiar turf gives Walker confidence". Tulsa World. Archived from the original on February 11, 2022.
- "Connell one of only three Canucks to win". The Vancouver Sun. August 15, 1989.
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