Why Famous:Best known for his fast service and powerful forehand, he became a Grand Slam singles champion when he won the title at the 2003 US Open. He is currently the last North American male player to win a Grand Slam singles event. He reached four other Grand Slam finals but lost to Roger Federer every time.
2009-04-17 World's no. 1 professional tennis player Andy Roddick (29) weds fashion model and actress Brooklyn Decker (25) in Austin, Texas
Historical Events
2003-09-07 US Open Men's Tennis: American Andy Roddick wins his only career Grand Slam title; beats Juan Carlos Ferrero of Spain 6-3, 7-6, 6-3
2004-07-04 Wimbledon Men's Tennis: Roger Federer wins the second of 5 straight Wimbledon singles titles beating American Andy Roddick 4-6, 7-5, 7-6, 6-4
2005-07-03 Wimbledon Men's Tennis: Roger Federer makes it 3 straight Wimbledon titles beating American Andy Roddick 6-2, 7-6, 6-4
2006-09-10 US Open Men's Tennis: Roger Federer wins 3rd straight US title; beats home favourite Andy Roddick 6-2, 4-6, 7-5, 6-1
Betty Nuthall
Boris Becker
Kurt Nielsen
Mary Pierce
Mikael Pernfors
Vic Seixas