Jimmy Connors

Tennis Player and Sportscaster

Jimmy Connors - Tennis Player and Sportscaster
Born

September 2nd, 1952
72 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent tennis player and coach, major successes included winning eight Grand Slam singles titles. Accumulated over 100 singles titles throughout a career spanning from the early 1970s to the 1990s. Played in multiple Davis Cups and contributed to the U.S. team's victories. Transitioned to coaching and sportscasting, providing insights on the game and its players.

Won eight Grand Slam singles titles

Achieved world No. 1 ranking for 268 weeks

Secured 109 career singles titles

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