Hewitt, Borg, and others—the names evoke memories of a golden era in tennis. Today, their children are stepping onto the court, bringing their own flair to the game. Cruz Hewitt, son of two-time Grand Slam champion Lleyton Hewitt, is the latest to continue this legacy. At just 16 years old, Cruz earned a wildcard for the Australian Open qualifiers, marking a significant milestone in his budding career.
Casper Ruud: A Norwegian Tennis Trailblazer
Casper Ruud, son of Christian Ruud, has elevated Norwegian tennis to unprecedented heights. In 2020, he became the first Norwegian to claim an ATP Tour title. By 2022, he had reached the finals of both the French Open and US Open, achieving a career-high ranking of world number two. At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Ruud made history as the first Norwegian to reach the men’s singles quarter-finals.
Sebastian Korda: Following in His Father’s Footsteps
Sebastian Korda, the 24-year-old son of former world number two Petr Korda, has already carved out a name for himself. With two ATP singles titles and a doubles title at the 2024 Madrid Open, Sebastian is currently ranked 23rd in the world. Remarkably, he and his father are the first father-son duo to both be ranked in the ATP top 20.
Leo Borg: Upholding a Legendary Name
Leo Borg, son of the iconic Bjorn Borg, continues his family’s tennis legacy. At 21 years old, Leo claimed his first ATP Tour victory in 2023 and faced off against Rafael Nadal this year. Nadal described the match as a “huge honour” given Leo’s heritage.
Brandon Holt: Tracy Austin’s Son Shines
Brandon Holt shocked tennis fans at the 2022 US Open by defeating Taylor Fritz in the first round. The son of two-time US Open winner Tracy Austin, Holt has steadily climbed the ranks, now positioned back in the world’s top 200.
Elizabeth Mandlik: A Rising Star
Elizabeth Mandlik follows in the footsteps of her mother, Hana Mandlikova, a four-time Grand Slam champion. Elizabeth has already made a mark, reaching a career-high ranking of 97 and competing in the US Open alongside her legendary mother.
The future of tennis is bright, with young talents like Cruz Hewitt and established stars like Casper Ruud continuing the legacy of their parents. As the sport evolves, these players bridge the gap between generations, inspiring fans worldwide.
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