From fresh-faced at 15 to a world-class athlete at 34, Lleyton Hewitt’s tenure as one of Australia’s best-known tennis superstars has made him one of the biggest draws to the sport
A known record-breaker, Hewitt reigns as the longest-running consecutive competitor in the Australian Open. It is also his last — this tournament marks his retirement.
After 20 years of serves, aces, Vicht gestures and catchphrases, Hewitt’s dogged determination and attitude made the Open a must-watch for many Australian households. Never one to back down from a challenge, Hewitt gave ticket holders plenty to pay attention to with his reputation for being openly competitive and challenging rulings. Read more…
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