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Sue Barker
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Born in Paignton, Devon
Born on 19th of April 1956
Died in 000

Born 1956 – Tennis player and television presenter.

Won the French Open in 1976 and reached the semi-finals at Wimbldeon in 1977. Won singles 15 titles in her career and reached the ranking of Number 3 in the world. Upon retirement she moved to sports commentary and reporting. Joined BBC Wimbledon coverage in 1993, presents the quiz show A Question of Sport.

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