Jimmy Arias
Tennis player and sportscaster
Born
August 16th, 1964
60 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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A professional tennis player and later a sportscaster. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 5 in 1983. Played at the US Open, reaching the quarterfinals in 1983, and secured a doubles title at the 1983 French Open. Transitioned into broadcasting, providing analysis and commentary on various tennis events.
Reached World No. 5 in singles ranking
Quarterfinalist at the 1983 US Open
Doubles champion at the 1983 French Open
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