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John Newcombe

Australian tennis player · Australia · On the map · Tennis Players · Born 1944 · age 82

John David Newcombe AO OBE is an Australian former professional tennis player. He was ranked as the world No. 1 in both men's singles and men's doubles. Newcombe won a combined 26 major titles: seven in singles, a former record 17 in men's doubles, and two in mixed doubles.

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Australia Davis Cup team1963-1976

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Officer of the Order of the British Empire
Australian National Living Treasure
International Tennis Hall of Fame
Australian Tennis Hall of Fame

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He also contributed to five Davis Cup titles for Australia during an age when the Davis Cup was deemed as significant as the majors.

Country
Australia
Category
Tennis Players
Type
Tennis Player
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1944 · age 82