Ken Rosewall

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

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Ken Rosewall's career is a masterclass in longevity and excellence. He is one of only a handful of players to have won majors in three different decades, a feat that speaks to his enduring skill. His 147 singles titles are a testament to his consistency, and his record as the oldest major winner in the Open Era at 37 remains a benchmark. Rosewall's achievements have earned him a place among the all-time greats, and his legacy continues to inspire new generations.

AwardsKen Rosewall's trophy cabinet is staggering. He won 8 Grand Slam singles titles, 9 Grand Slam doubles titles, and 15 professional major singles titles. He also claimed the World Professional Championship in 1963 and 1964, and the WCT titles in 1971 and 1972. His achievements have been recognized with induction into the Australian Tennis Hall of Fame and the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

Honours & Distinctions

Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)

Government of the United Kingdom·1979

For services to tennis.

Member of the Order of Australia (AM)

Government of Australia·1990

For service to tennis as a player and administrator.

Rankings & Lists

Greatest Tennis Players of All Time

Man of Many·2023

Records & Feats

Oldest major winner in the Open Era

Career Milestone·1972

Won the 1972 Australian Open at age 37.

First man in the Open Era to win the Australian Open without dropping a set

Historic First·1971

Achieved at the 1971 Australian Open.

Only player to win professional major titles on three surfaces simultaneously

Career Milestone·1963

Held titles on clay, grass, and indoor courts during the 1962-63 seasons.