Chris Evert
She started playing tennis at the young age of five and succeeded in becoming a tennis star. She became a world champion and enjoyed that title for many years (1974 to 1981). In addition, she won the “Sportsman of the Year Award” in Sports Illustrated, making her the first woman to earn such title. Since she retired from tennis, she focused on coaching and working as an ESPN Analyst. She has also opened her own sports apparel line. She and Serena Williams are tied for having six wins in the championship of US Open.
Chris Evert
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