Date of Birth: August 30, 1982
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Andrew Stephen Roddick, commonly known as Andy Roddick, is a retired American professional tennis player who was one of the most formidable competitors on the ATP Tour during the first decade of the 21st century. Born on August 30, 1982, in Omaha, Nebraska, Roddick grew up in a sports-oriented family and showed early promise in tennis. He turned pro in 2000 and quickly made a name for himself with his powerful serve and aggressive playing style. Roddick’s most significant achievement came in 2003 when he won the US Open, defeating Juan Carlos Ferrero in the final. This victory propelled him to the World No. 1 ranking, a position he held for 13 weeks. Over his career, Roddick won 32 ATP singles titles, including five Masters Series titles, and was a consistent presence in the later rounds of major tournaments. Despite frequent battles with injuries, Roddick remained a top player until his retirement in 2012. Off the court, he has been actively involved in philanthropy, founding the Andy Roddick Foundation, which focuses on improving educational and economic opportunities for underserved youth. He is married to actress and model Brooklyn Decker, and the couple has two children.
5 Interesting Facts about Andy Roddick
1. Andy Roddick was known for his powerful serve, which was once recorded at 155 mph, one of the fastest in tennis history.
2. He won his only Grand Slam title at the 2003 US Open.
3. Roddick reached the finals of Wimbledon three times (2004, 2005, 2009) but was defeated each time by Roger Federer.
4. He retired from professional tennis on his 30th birthday in 2012.
5. Roddick is an avid fan of basketball and has participated in several celebrity basketball games.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Andy Roddick
1. “At one point in your life, you’ll have the thing you want or the reasons why you don’t.”
2. “I’m not the next anyone. I’m the first Andy Roddick.”
3. “I think I have a lot of room for improvement. I think I can get a lot better.”
4. “I love this game. I love competing. I love trying to get better.”
5. “You have to be realistic about where you are in life and enjoy the moment.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by Andy Roddick is estimated to be around $30 million.
Children
Andy Roddick and Brooklyn Decker have two children: a son, Hank Roddick, born in 2015, and a daughter, Stevie Roddick, born in 2017.
Relevant Links
1. [Andy Roddick Foundation](https://www.arfoundation.org/
2. [ATP Tour Profile](https://www.atptour.com/en/players/-/R485/overview
3. [US Open 2003 Victory](https://www.usopen.org/en_US/about/history/roddick_2003.html
