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Connors is one of thirteen men to win three or more major singles titles in a calendar year. Connors reached the final of the US Open in five straight years from 1974 through 1978, winning three times with each win being on a different surface ( 1974 on grass, 1976 on clay and 1978 on hard).
Sep 3, 2023 · Where is Jimmy Connors now? Connors married former Playboy model Patti McGuire in 1979. They are parents to two kids, son Brett and daughter Aubree. The family lives in Santa Barbara,...
Jimmy Connors, American professional tennis player who was one of the leading competitors in the 1970s and early ’80s and was known for his intensity and aggressive play. During his career he won 109 singles championships and was ranked number one in the world for 106 consecutive weeks.
On his resume of victories, Connors won the Masters Cup (ATP Finals) in 1977 over Björn Borg and two World Championship Tennis Finals in 1977 and 1980, defeating Dick Stockton and John McEnroe, respectively. He appeared in 26 Grand Prix Super Series finals in 17 years, winning 19 times.
Official tennis player profile of Jimmy Connors on the ATP Tour. Featuring news, bio, rankings, playing activity, coach, stats, win-loss, points breakdown, videos, and more.
May 20, 2023 · Jimmy Connors' top 10 moments from the US Open. Don't miss a moment of the US Open! Subscribe now: https://bit.ly/2Pdr81i The US Open is the final Grand Slam of the year and takes place at the...
Apr 28, 1975 · Jimmy Connors, the hellion of tennis, has become a leader and symbol of the upheaval.
Oct 17, 2023 · Jimmy Connors, born on September 2, 1952, in East St. Louis, Illinois, is one of tennis’s most iconic figures, known for his fiery temperament, relentless competitiveness, and exceptional longevity in the sport.
Aug 8, 2018 · The fiery Jimmy Connors had long been providing fans with their money’s worth at the US Open, where the Belleville Basher won five men’s singles titles, an Open-era record equaled only by the likes of Pete Sampras and Roger Federer.
May 7, 2020 · Jimmy Connors rose to No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings for the first time at the age of 21 on 29 July 1974, during the best year of his career. In that first stint, when he replaced Australia’s John Newcombe, he spent 160 weeks in top spot — a record for consecutive weeks that was not broken until 26 February 2007, in Roger Federer ’s run of ...
