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  1. James Scott Connors (born September 2, 1952) [2] is an American former world No. 1 tennis player. He held the top Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) ranking for a then-record 160 consecutive weeks from 1974 to 1977 and a career total of 268 weeks.

  2. Dec 9, 2020 · Jimmy Connors is a tennis legend. From his signature two-handed backhand to his on-court tirades, the Illinois native was a household name for decades . After his 1996 retirement, Connors dabbled in commentating and even tried coaching.

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  3. May 15, 2024 · Jimmy Connors, American professional tennis player who was one of the leading competitors in the 1970s and early ’80s and was known for his intensity and aggressive play. During his career he won 109 singles championships and was ranked number one in the world for 106 consecutive weeks.

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  4. Sep 3, 2023 · Where is Jimmy Connors now? Connors married former Playboy model Patti McGuire in 1979. They are parents to two kids, son Brett and daughter Aubree. The family lives in Santa Barbara,...

  5. May 20, 2023 · Jimmy Connors' top 10 moments from the US Open. Don't miss a moment of the US Open! Subscribe now: https://bit.ly/2Pdr81i The US Open is the final Grand Slam of the year and takes place at the...

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  6. The core of Connors’s career came from 1974 to 1978 when he won five major championships, appeared in six additional finals, and appeared in a record five-straight US Open finals (the first male player since Bill Tilden played in eight straight from 1918-25), winning titles in 1974, 1976, and 1978.

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  8. While 1974 was his most successful year on the ATP tour, Jimmy Connors said that most of the season remains a blur when he looks back. He, however, stated it was an amazing year in his career.

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