Todd Martin facts for kids
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| Country (sports) |  United States |
|---|---|
| Residence | Newport, Rhode Island, United States |
| Born | July 8, 1970 Hinsdale, Illinois, US |
| Height | 6 ft 6 in (1.98 m) |
| Turned pro | 1990 |
| Retired | 2004 |
| Plays | Right-handed (two-handed backhand) |
| Prize money | $8,232,355 |
| Singles | |
| Career record | 411–234 (63.72%) (63.7%) |
| Career titles | 8 |
| Highest ranking | No. 4 (13 September 1999) |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| Australian Open | F (1994) |
| French Open | 4R (1991) |
| Wimbledon | SF (1994, 1996) |
| US Open | F (1999) |
| Other tournaments | |
| Tour Finals | RR (1999) |
| Grand Slam Cup | F (1995) |
| Olympic Games | 1R (2000) |
| Doubles | |
| Career record | 100–85 (54.1%) |
| Career titles | 5 |
| Highest ranking | No. 30 (29 April 1996) |
| Grand Slam doubles results | |
| Australian Open | 2R (1994) |
| French Open | 3R (1993) |
| Wimbledon | 3R (1994) |
| US Open | 2R (1990, 1991, 1992) |
| Grand Slam mixed doubles results | |
| French Open | 3R (1998) |
Todd Martin, born on July 8, 1970, is a former professional tennis player from the United States. He was a very strong player, reaching the finals of two major tournaments: the 1994 Australian Open and the 1999 US Open. He also reached a high ranking of world No. 4 in singles.
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Todd Martin's Tennis Journey
Todd Martin was born in Hinsdale, Illinois. He played tennis for two years at Northwestern University before becoming a professional player in 1990. His parents lived in Lansing, Michigan, where Todd attended East Lansing High School.
Early Career Success
In 1993, Todd won his first big singles title in Coral Springs, Florida. The next year, 1994, was a huge year for him. He reached the final of the Australian Open, a major tournament, but lost to the world's No. 1 player, Pete Sampras.
At Wimbledon that same year, Todd made it to the semifinals. He again lost to Pete Sampras, who went on to win the tournament. Todd was the only player to win a set against Sampras in that entire Wimbledon tournament. He also reached the semifinals of the US Open in 1994, where he lost to Andre Agassi.
Todd also won two other singles titles in 1994: one at Queen's Club and another in Memphis.
Davis Cup and Later Years
Todd Martin was a key member of the United States Davis Cup team for nine years in a row. He helped the team win the championship in 1995, beating Russia in the final match.
In 1996, he reached the Wimbledon semifinals again. It was a tough match where he lost to MaliVai Washington after being ahead. Todd later said he felt he "choked" during that important match.
He had to miss most of the 1997 season because of an injury. But he came back strong in 1998, winning two more singles titles in Barcelona and Stockholm.
Grand Slam Finals and Top Ranking
In 1999, Todd had another amazing year. He reached the quarterfinals at both the Australian Open and Wimbledon. He then made it to his second major final at the US Open.
In a memorable match at the US Open, he came back from being two sets down against Greg Rusedski to win in five sets. Todd was playing with a bandaged leg and was very tired, but he still managed to win 20 out of the last 21 points! In the final, he played a five-set match against Andre Agassi, which Agassi won.
Todd won another singles title in Sydney that year. His great performance helped him reach his highest singles ranking ever: world No. 4.
In 2000, Todd continued to play well at the US Open, reaching the semifinals. He had another incredible comeback from two sets down in the fourth round against Carlos Moyà.
Todd Martin was recognized for his achievements and sportsmanship. He was named the ATP's Most Improved Player in 1993. He also won the ATP Sportsmanship Award in both 1993 and 1994. He was the president of the ATP Players Council for several years.
Todd retired from professional tennis in 2004. He won eight singles titles and five doubles titles during his career.
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Major Tournament Finals
Todd Martin reached two major singles finals during his career.
Singles Finals: 2 (0 Wins, 2 Losses)
| Result | Date | Championship | Surface | Opponent | Score |
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| Loss | 1994 | Australian Open | Hard |  Pete Sampras |
6–7(4–7), 4–6, 4–6 |
| Loss | 1999 | US Open | Hard | Andre Agassi |
4–6, 7–6(7–5), 7–6(7–2), 3–6, 2–6 |
Other Important Finals
Todd also played in other significant finals.
Grand Slam Cup Final
| Result | Year | Tournament | Surface | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | 1995 | Grand Slam Cup | Carpet (i) |  Goran Ivanišević |
6–7(4–7), 3–6, 4–6 |
Masters Series Final
| Result | Year | Tournament | Surface | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loss | 1993 | Canada Masters | Hard |  Mikael Pernfors |
6–2, 2–6, 5–7 |
Life After Playing Tennis
After retiring from professional tennis, Todd Martin has stayed very involved in the sport.
Senior Tour and Coaching
Todd plays in the Outback Champions Series, which is a tennis event for former professional players. He finished first in this series in 2007.
He also worked as a coach for other tennis players. He coached Mardy Fish and even Novak Djokovic, who later became a world No. 1 player.
Helping Young People
In 1993, Todd started a program called Todd Martin Youth Leadership in his hometown of Lansing, Michigan. This program helps young people who might be at risk. It teaches them tennis, helps with their education, and develops their leadership skills. So far, it has helped over 10,000 children. Todd still volunteers his time with the program.
International Tennis Hall of Fame CEO
Todd Martin was the CEO of the International Tennis Hall of Fame until the end of 2022. The Hall of Fame works to preserve the history of tennis and honor important players and people who have contributed to the sport. As CEO, Todd was in charge of many things, including fundraising and managing the museum and tennis facilities.
Current Roles
Currently, Todd Martin is the Tournament Director for the Western & Southern Open. He is also the Head of Tennis for Beemok Sports and Entertainment.
Awards and Recognition
Todd Martin has received many honors for his tennis career and his work off the court. He has been inducted into several Halls of Fame, including:
- Northwestern University (2001)
- Greater Lansing Sports (2002)
- Intercollegiate Tennis Association (2007)
- USTA Midwest (2008)
He also received the International Club’s Jean Borotra Sportsmanship Award in 2002 and the ATP World Team Cup Fair Play Award in 2003.
Family Life
Todd Martin married his wife in December 2000. They have three children together: Jack, Cash, and Gwen.
See also
In Spanish: Todd Martin para niños
