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Wimbledon: Greatest Singles Finals

Arthur Ashe Lifts His Trophy, 1975

Arthur Ashe Lifts His Trophy, 1975

Arthur Ashe hoists his Wimbledon championship trophy. Knowing, at 31-years-old, that he could not match up to the younger, stronger Jimmy Connors, Ashe relied on unconventional shots to frustrate and ultimately defeat Connors in four sets.

In this photo: Arthur Ashe

Photo: David Ashdown/Getty Images

Jul 04, 1975
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