Marty Riessen

Marty Riessen, born on December fourth, nineteen forty-one, is a distinguished American former amateur and professional tennis player whose career spanned from the 1960s to the 1980s. Known for his remarkable skills on the court, he achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 11 in the world in September nineteen seventy-four. Prior to the advent of computer rankings, he was recognized as world No. 8 by Lance Tingay of The Daily Telegraph in nineteen seventy-one.

While Riessen made his mark in singles, he truly excelled in doubles play. He formed a formidable partnership with Australian tennis legend Margaret Court, with whom he won six of his seven major mixed titles, culminating in a career Grand Slam. His prowess in men's doubles also earned him two Grand Slam titles, showcasing his versatility and talent across different formats of the game.

In addition to his impressive achievements, Riessen reached a peak doubles ranking of No. 3 in March nineteen eighty, further solidifying his status as one of the top players of his era. His contributions to tennis, particularly in doubles, have left a lasting legacy in the sport.