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Lindsay Davenport - Game Profile

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Date of Birth: 6/8/76

Nation: USA

Height: 6'2"

Weight: 174

Turned Pro: 1993

Best Singles Grand Slams: In 2000, winner of US Open and finalist at Australian Open and Wimbledon. Semifinalist at Wimbledon in 2004 and at US Open in 2002 and 2003.

Plays: Right-handed, with two-handed backhand.

Basic Style: Power baseliner with good all-court skills.

Greatest Strengths: Exceptionally powerful and accurate forehand, backhand, and serve. Outstanding return of serve.

Room for Improvement: Lindsay has improved her speed considerably over the years, but it's still a significant weakness.

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