American tennis player who won 18 Grand Slam singles titles and reached at least the semifinals of 52 consecutive majors.
Background
Born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Evert turned professional in 1972 at age 18 after a successful junior career. She won her first Grand Slam at the 1974 French Open.
Career
She won seven French Opens, six US Opens, three Wimbledons, and two Australian Opens. Her rivalry with Martina Navratilova produced 80 career meetings. She retired in 1989.
Style of play
A right-handed baseliner with a two-handed backhand, Evert was known for consistency, mental composure, and clay-court mastery, accumulating an Open Era-record win streak on the surface.
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