Ricardo Alonso González
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Ricardo Alonso González 🇺🇸

Ricardo Alonso González (Known as "Pancho Gonzales")
["tennis player", "professional tennis legend", "Grand Slam champion"]
Born May 09, 1928 🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States
Passed Away Jul 03, 1995 Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Lifespan 67 years old
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"I never gave up, and I never let an opponent see me hurt."

Archival Overview

American tennis player of Mexican heritage, long-time world No. 1 professional player who dominated the professional tour for eight consecutive years.

Biographical Record

Ricardo Alonso 'Pancho' Gonzales (1928–1995) was an American tennis titan whose ferocious serve-and-volley style, fierce competitive spirit, and intimidating presence made him the greatest professional player of the pre-Open era. After winning two US National Championships (1948, 1949), he turned professional.

On the brutal pro tour, Gonzales dominated reigning champions including Ken Rosewall, Lew Hoad, and Tony Trabert, holding the world No. 1 ranking from 1954 to 1961. In 1969, at age 41, he defeated Charlie Pasarell at Wimbledon in an epic 112-game match lasting 5 hours and 12 minutes.

Key Life Milestones

September 5, 1949

Historic US Championship Comeback

Came back from two sets down to defeat Ted Schroeder at Forest Hills, confirming his amateur supremacy before turning pro.

June 25, 1969

The 112-Game Wimbledon Epic

At age 41, defeated Charlie Pasarell in a 112-game marathon at Wimbledon, saving seven match points over two days.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial
Palm Memorial Park
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
GPS: 36.1417, -115.1189
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