Date of Birth: March 7, 1960
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Biography
Ivan Lendl, born on March 7, 1960, in Ostrava, Czechoslovakia, is a former professional tennis player and tennis coach. Known for his powerful baseline play and exceptional work ethic, Lendl dominated the sport in the 1980s. He turned professional in 1978 and quickly rose through the ranks, eventually becoming the world No. 1 player. Throughout his career, Lendl won eight Grand Slam singles titles, including three US Open titles, three French Open titles, and two Australian Open titles. He was known for his intense focus and preparation, which helped him achieve a career-record 94 singles titles and 6 doubles titles. After retiring from professional tennis in 1994, Lendl transitioned into a coaching role. He coached several top players, including Andy Murray, who won three Grand Slam titles under Lendl’s guidance. Lendl’s influence on the sport continues, not only through his coaching but also through his involvement in senior tennis tours and various tennis-related activities.
5 Interesting Facts about Ivan Lendl
1. Ivan Lendl became the first player to earn over $10 million in career prize money.
2. Lendl played in 19 Grand Slam singles finals, achieving a total of eight wins.
3. He held the world No. 1 ranking for a total of 270 weeks, making him one of the longest-reigning No. 1 players in history.
4. Lendl is credited with pioneering the use of sports science and modern training techniques in tennis.
5. He is an accomplished golfer and has participated in various golf tournaments post-retirement.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ivan Lendl
1. “If I don’t practice the way I should, then I won’t play the way that I know I can.”
2. “Every time, all the time, I’m a perfectionist. I feel I should never lose.”
3. “Grass is for cows. I’m never going to Wimbledon again.”
4. “I don’t play any tournaments to come second best.”
5. “I don’t care about losses, I care about the way I play.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Ivan Lendl’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $40 million.
Children
Ivan Lendl has five daughters with his wife Samantha Frankel. Their names are Marika, twins Isabelle and Caroline, Daniela, and Nikola.
Relevant Links
2. [Ivan Lendl – ATP Tour Profile](https://www.atptour.com/en/players/-/L018/overview
3. [Ivan Lendl – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ivan_Lendl
4. [Ivan Lendl – ESPN Profile](https://www.espn.com/tennis/player/_/id/110/ivan-lendl
5. [Ivan Lendl – Biography on Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/biography/Ivan-Lendl
