Bill Tilden
(1893-1953)
American tennis player
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William Tatem Tilden II (February 10, 1893 – June 5, 1953), nicknamed "Big Bill," was an American male tennis player. Tilden was the world No. 1 player for six years from 1920 through 1925. He won 14 Major singles titles, including 10 Grand Slam events, one World Hard Court Championships and three professional majors. He was the first American to win Wimbledon, taking the title in 1920. He also won a record seven U.S. Championships titles (shared with Richard Sears and Bill Larned).
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William Tatem Tilden Jr. 10 February 1893 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
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| Died |
5 June 1953 (aged 60) Los Angeles, CA, USA
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| Zodiac | Aquarius |
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