| Birth: | May 9, 1928 | | Death: | Jul. 3, 1995
Las Vegas
Clark County
Nevada, USA | 
Legendary Tennis Player. He won consecutive U.S. Championships in 1947-48 before turning pro at 21; dominated pro tour from 1950-61; in 1969 at age 41, played longest Wimbledon match ever (5:12), beating Charlie Pasarell 22-24, 1-6, 16-14, 6-3, 11-9. "Next to Jackie Robinson, Pancho Gonzales was the most competitive athlete I've ever known," said sports broadcaster, Howard Cosell. (bio by: Ron Buchinski)
Search Amazon for Pancho Gonzales | | | Burial:
Palm Memorial Park (Green Valley)
Las Vegas
Clark County
Nevada, USA
Plot: Resurrection Garden, Space 616, Row C |
Maintained by: Find A Grave
Originally Created by: Ron Buchinski
Record added: Jun 21, 2002
Find A Grave Memorial# 6534625 |
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