Doris Hart

Tennis player with multiple Grand Slam titles

Doris Hart - Tennis player with multiple Grand Slam titles
Born

June 20th, 1925
100 years ago

Died

May 29th, 2015
10 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent American tennis player, achieved significant success during the 1940s and 1950s. Secured a total of six Grand Slam singles titles and an impressive 35 Grand Slam titles across various categories, which includes doubles and mixed doubles. Played for the United States in several international competitions. After retirement, transitioned into a career in education, contributing to the development of tennis programs and teaching the sport to young athletes.

Won six Grand Slam singles titles

Achieved 35 Grand Slam titles in total

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