Vic Seixas, a legendary tennis player and Wimbledon winner, has passed away at the age of 100. The International Tennis Hall of Fame confirmed his death, with his daughter, Tori, providing the announcement. Seixas, who was the oldest living Grand Slam champion, died on Friday, although the cause of death was not disclosed.
Seixas had an illustrious career that culminated in him winning the 1953 Wimbledon men's singles title and the U.S. Championships in 1954. He was known for his remarkable longevity in the sport, participating in the U.S. Championships a record 28 times between 1940 and 1969, even playing at the age of 45 in his final appearance.
His contributions to the Davis Cup were also significant, helping the U.S. team reach seven consecutive finals from 1951 to 1957. Notably, the Americans emerged victorious in 1954 against Australia, with Seixas playing a pivotal role by winning a singles match and the doubles alongside Tony Trabert.
Aside from his singles success, Seixas excelled in doubles and mixed doubles, clinching a total of five Grand Slam titles in doubles and eight in mixed doubles. Following his retirement from playing, he served as the tournament referee at the 1971 US Open and later became a three-time Davis Cup captain.
Born in Philadelphia on August 30, 1923, Seixas had been residing north of San Francisco since 1989. His legacy in the world of tennis will be remembered for his remarkable achievements and enduring impact on the sport.
