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Vitas Gerulaitis

American tennis player (1954-1994) · United States · On the map · Tennis Players · Died at 40

Vytautas "Vitas" Kevin Gerulaitis was an American professional tennis player. He was ranked world No. 3 in men's singles by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) in 1978.

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Gerulaitis won the men's singles title at the December 1977 Australian Open, and the men's doubles title at the 1975 Wimbledon Championships, partnering with Sandy Mayer. Gerulaitis also won two Italian Opens in 1977 and 1979, and the 1978 WCT Finals.

Country
United States
Category
Tennis Players
Type
Tennis Player
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1954 to 1994 · aged 40