About Barbara Downs
Born 1954. Barbara Downs is an American tennis player.
Barbara Downs (born March 4, 1954) is an American former professional tennis player.
Downs grew up in Alamo, California and competed on the professional tour in the 1970s. She made the round of 16 at the 1972 US Open (beaten by Virginia Wade) and also made main draw appearances at Wimbledon. In 1973 she was picked for the season-ending Virginia Slims Championships. She took part in the inaugural World TeamTennis season in 1974, playing for the Chicago Aces and San Francisco Golden Gaters.
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Who is Barbara Downs?
American tennis player
When was Barbara Downs born?
Barbara Downs was born on 4 March 1954 in Berkeley, California.
What is Barbara Downs's occupation?
Barbara Downs is a tennis player.
What nationality is Barbara Downs?
Barbara Downs is American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Barbara Downs. https://biography.guide/barbara-downs/
MLA: "Barbara Downs." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/barbara-downs/.
Chicago: "Barbara Downs." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/barbara-downs/.
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