Search results
Patrick Michael Rafter (born 28 December 1972) is an Australian former world No. 1 tennis player. He reached the top Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) singles ranking on 26 July 1999, holding it for one week.
Sep 10, 2017 · Twenty years ago, Australian Pat Rafter volleyed a winner into the open court and collapsed on his back, the moment when the game's then-newest Grand Slam champion was crowned. It was 1997, the first year of Arthur Ashe Stadium's existence, when the DecoTurf courts were still green and serve-and-volley tennis was commonplace on the men's tour.
Find out the latest news, bio, stats, and results of Patrick Rafter, the former World No. 1 tennis player from Australia. See his career highlights, draws, and matches on the ATP Tour.
May 29, 2024 · Pat Rafter won two US Opens and reached two Wimbledon finals, but never expected to be that successful. He shares his journey, his critics, his awards, and his hopes for Australian tennis in this article.
Apr 2, 2023 · Tennis legend Pat Rafter shares his stories of growing up in the Queensland mining town of Mount Isa, where he started playing tennis and soccer. He recalls his large family, barefoot adventures and the mine's blast that woke him up every morning.
Jul 26, 1999 · Patrick Rafter hit No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings on 26 July, 1999. By McCarton Ackerman. As a part of a series highlighting all players to reach World No. 1, ATPTour.com looks back on the career of Patrick Rafter. View Full List. First Week As No. 1: 26 July 1999. Total Weeks at No. 1: 1. As World No. 1.
Learn about the career highlights and achievements of Patrick Rafter, the first Australian man to win back-to-back US Open titles and reach No. 1 in the world. Read his induction speech, links to his biography and timeline, and his humanitarian award.
