Todd Martin

Tennis player and coach

Todd Martin - Tennis player and coach
Born

July 8th, 1970
55 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Professional tennis player represented the United States during the 1990s and early 2000s. Played on the ATP Tour, reaching the finals of the 1994 US Open and the 1999 Australian Open. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 4. Transitioned to coaching after retirement, helping to develop upcoming tennis talent.

Reached finals of the 1994 US Open

Reached finals of the 1999 Australian Open

Achieved career-high ranking of World No. 4

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