Some of the most historic feats in tennis have happened at Wimbledon. One of those moments came 50 years ago, when Arthur Ashe broke a barrier as the first black man to win on the hallowed grass ...
Fans React to Wimbledon’s Emotional Tribute Honoring Arthur Ashe’s Historic Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. July 4th may be one of the most important days in American history, but the day ...
(CNN) — Arthur Ashe hits a slice serve with unerring accuracy, the ball arcing ever wider off the court. Jimmy Connors, his heavily favored opponent and the defending champion, gets just enough of his ...
RICHMOND, Va. — Fifty years ago today, one of Richmond’s most famous sons made history, some 3,700 miles from his hometown. On July 5, 1975, Arthur Ashe became the king of All England, conquering his ...
He won Wimbledon over the favored Jimmy Connors, who was not only suing the ATP, but also Ashe himself. By Cindy Shmerler Two nights before he played one of the most important tennis matches of his ...