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The Greatest American Men’s Tennis Players

Created by Nick Bidic

Pete Sampras

• Sampras is arguably the greatest tennis player of all-time. Throughout his career he won a total of 14 Grand Slams which was the record until Swiss master, Roger Federer collected a total of 17 titles. He does, however, still hold the record for consecutive years ranked number one with six years.

Andre Agassi• In 1999 it was Agassi that

dethroned Sampras from his number one ranking. Though he is considered to be one of the greatest players of all time with eight Grand Slam titles, he is perhaps better known for his contribution to the popularity of the sport. During a brief hiatus and downfall of the the star in the late 1990s, Agassi admitted to abusing drugs.

John McEnroe

• Another player that is known as much for his personality as his play, McEnroe was notorious for arguing with referees, players and officials. He won seven Grand Slams during his time and is currently a color commentator during large tennis events.

Jimmy Connors

• Connors was easily the greatest player during his time, holding the number one spot from the summer of 1974 to the summer of 1977. He holds eight Grand Slam championships and a record 109 ATP Single’s titles. Since retiring he has worked as a tennis commentator and coach.

Andy Roddick

• The last great American tennis player captured the hearts and minds of tennis fans. He reached five Grand Slam finals and only won one, losing the rest to Roger Federer.