Sue Barker(I)
- Actress
Began her career as a professional tennis player when she moved to the
USA in 1973. In 1976 she won the French Open Championship, her only
Grand Slam title. However, following recurring injuries and loss of
form, she retired in 1985, and after a short hiatus began her
broadcasting career in Australia, before the BBC recognised her
ability. In 2000 she was awarded the MBE for services to tennis and
broadcasting.
