Lleyton Hewitt enters International Tennis Hall of Fame

The youngest world no. 1 and the two-time Major champion Lleyton Hewitt has earned this year's induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, with Dennis Van der Meer and the Original 9 group.

The winner of 30 ATP singles title and an ultimate Davis Cup warrior earned the election by the Hall of Fame's Official Voting Group of media, historians, and fellow Hall of Famers. Also, Hewitt came first in the Hall of Fame's Fan Voting, a global vote among a ballot of five candidates at the end of the previous year.

“It’s a pleasure to welcome these tennis greats into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Lleyton Hewitt always competed hard until the last ball was hit, and this is very apparent in the Hall of Fame resume he built, which includes a Wimbledon trophy, a US Open trophy, two Davis Cups, and being world Number 1,” commented International Tennis Hall of Fame President Stan Smith.

“The Original 9 were true trailblazers in tennis history. It took a lot of courage to do what they did, and we have today’s incredible WTA Tour to thank for it, as well as opportunities for women in so many other sports. It’s also a pleasure to celebrate Dennis Van der Meer, who was a tremendous coach, teacher, and real visionary for the future of the sport.”

“As we look ahead to the summer months, we are moving forward with plans for a terrific celebration in Newport to honor not just one, but two inspiring induction classes of Hall of Fame greats. We are planning these events with the health and safety of all guests as the top priority. In addition to the traditional in-person ceremony and celebration, we are developing a variety of virtual programs so fans around the world can easily and safely participate,” stated Todd Martin, CEO of the International Tennis Hall of Fame.