Tennis legend Fred Stolle (Image: YouTube)
On March 5, tennis legend Fred Stolle died from cancer at 86 years old.
Stolle had a profound impact on many during his career, and his death was deeply felt across the tennis world. Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley released a statement following Stolle’s passing.
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“His legacy is one of excellence, dedication, and profound love for tennis,” Tiley said. His impact on the sport will be remembered and cherished by all who had the privilege to witness his contributions.”
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Stolle began his amateur tennis career in 1958. By 1966, he had become the World’s No. 1 amateur, and he turned professional shortly after.
During his professional career, Stolle won 19 Grand Slam titles. Two were singles, 10 men’s doubles, and seven mixed.
Stolle retired in 1978 and transitioned into a new role as a tennis announcer. He started commentating for Australia’s Channel Nine at Wimbledon in 1979.
In the early 1980s, Stolle joined ESPN and served as a lead tennis commentator.
In 1985, Stolle was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and in 1988, he was inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame.
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