The Little Master — one of the greatest technicians in tennis history and an eight-time Grand Slam champion.
Ken Rosewall was born on 2 November 1934 in Sydney, Australia. Nicknamed 'Muscles' for his compact physique, he turned professional in 1957 after winning four Grand Slams as an amateur. After the Open Era began in 1968, he won four more Grand Slams and reached the Wimbledon final at age 39, losing to Jimmy Connors — a remarkable testament to his longevity. He is considered one of the finest technicians in tennis history, with a near-perfect backhand that many regard as the best ever played. He won 8 Grand Slams in total across amateur and Open eras.
Australian Open 4x
He reached the Wimbledon final at 39 years old in 1974 — one of the greatest examples of athletic longevity in tennis history.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- Australian Open 4x
- French Open 2x
- US Open 2x