Joe Hunt

American tennis player and champion

Joe Hunt - American tennis player and champion
Born

February 17th, 1919
106 years ago

Died

1945
80 years ago — 26 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Born in 1919, a professional tennis player in the United States, participated in major tournaments during the 1940s. Gained recognition for competing in the Davis Cup, representing the United States. Achieved notable success in singles and doubles events, particularly notable at the U.S. National Championships. His athletic career was interrupted by World War II, but returned to the sport post-war, continuing to compete at high levels.

Competed in the 1946 Davis Cup

Reached the semifinals of the U.S. National Championships

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