Ellsworth Vines

Ellsworth Vines (September 28, 1911 - March 17, 1994) was a champion tennis player of the 1930s, and, in the opinion of Jack Kramer, one of the two greatest players who ever lived (with Don Budge). Tall and thin, he possessed a all-court game with no noticeable weaknesses. He was particularly known, however, for his powerful forehand and his very fast serve, which he generally hit absolutely flat with no spin. After becoming bored with tennis, he became a professional golfer and, over the years, had a number of high finishes in tournaments, including one professional victory.

Vines was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island, in 1962.

See also

* List of male tennis players

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