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Ashe, Arthur (Robert, Jr)

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Ashe, Arthur (Robert, Jr)


US tennis player and coach. He won the US national men's singles title at Forest Hills and the first US Open in 1968. Known for his exceptionally strong serve, Ashe turned professional in 1969. Playing in an environment that was initially hostile to black participation in a traditionally white sport, he won the Australian Open men's title in 1970 and Wimbledon in 1975. He also topped the world rankings twice, in 1968 and 1975. Cardiac problems ended his playing career in 1979, but he continued his involvement with the sport as captain of the US Davis Cup team, leading them to victory in 1981 and 1982. In 1992 he launched a fund-raising campaign to combat AIDS.

Career highlights

Wimbledon
1975

US Open
1968

Australian Open
1970

Davis Cup
captain 1981, 1982

Tournament wins
33

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