Champions' Tales: The Best Tennis Biographies for Fans
As a lifelong tennis player and devoted fan, I've always been captivated by the personal stories behind the game's greatest champions. This curated list of tennis biographies and autobiographies offers an inside look at the lives, struggles, and triu...
Hers is the story of a pathbreaking feminist, a world-class athlete, and an indomitable spirit whose impact has transcended even her spectacular achievements in sports.
Agassi writes candidly about his early success and his uncomfortable relationship with fame, his marriage to Brooke Shields, his growing interest in philanthropy, and—described in haunting, point-by-point detail—the highs and lows of his celebrated c...
The Rivals is the first book to examine the intertwined journey of these legendary champions, based on extensive interviews with each. Taking readers on and off the courts with vivid, never-before-published material, award-winning sportswriter Johnet...
A no-holds-barred, intimate memoir by the bad boy of tennis describes his rise to success in the world of professional tennis, his controversial on-court behavior, his marriages to actress Tatum O'Neal and pop star Patty Smyth, and his current roles ...
In But Seriously, John McEnroe confronts his demons and reveals his struggle to reinvent himself from champion and tennis legend to father, broadcaster, and author. The result is a richly personal account, blending anecdote and reflection with razor ...
Full of thrilling, insightful episodes from her beginnings in Siberia, from career-defining games, and from her recent fight to get back on the court, Unstoppable is an inspiring tale of persistence, pulsing with fearlessness and candor. Sharapova’s ...
Explosive and revealing autobiography from one of the most successful and popular women tennis players of the modern era.
A top tennis player describes the personal and professional difficulties she had to overcome in her mastery of the game, reflects on the sources of her mental tenacity, and provides a first-hand account of competing on the pro tour
The youngest U.S. Open singles champion in history tells about surviving the challenges that exist off the tennis court and shares how she was able to put her losses behind her and find new meaning and new rewards.
More than just the story of a tennis champion, The Outsider is the uncensored account of Connors' life, from his complicated relationship with his formidable mother and his storybook romance with tennis legend Chris Evert, to his battles with gamblin...
In his memoir, written with award-winning journalist John Carlin, he reveals the secrets of his game and shares the inspiring personal story behind his success.
Here for the first time Pete speaks freely about the personal trials he faced—including the death of a longtime coach and confidant—and the struggles he gutted his way through while being seemingly on top of the world. Among the book’s most riveting ...
It's one thing to watch Roger Federer play tennis, it's quite another to actually compete against him on the court. In this book, ATP players like Agassi, Rafter, Hewitt, Nadal, Canas, Blake, etc., discuss their memories and experiences of their prof...
More than a sports biography, this is a candid view of one of tennis' most illustrious stars. Navratilova has won enough championships to gain her a permanent place in tennis history, and while tennis matches play a prominent role in the book, they a...
This remarkable tale of strength and determination from one of tennis's biggest stars. A story of passion, willpower, and the unbreakable bonds between a father and a son, Breaking Back is one athlete's account of finding hope in the bleakest of time...
The former Wimbledon champion delves into his illustrious tennis career, offering a candid account of his triumphs, struggles, and the intense world of professional tennis. Cash's autobiography also provides a revealing glimpse into his personal life...
Often characterized as David facing Goliath on the tennis court, at 5'9" and 150 pounds Michael Chang is used to playing with the big hitters. What he lacks in stature, he makes up for in determination. A serious contender at any Grand Slam event, hi...
Monica is the story of her extraordinary life, from her childhood as a tennis prodigy to her triumphant return. It offers a unique insight into the world of professional tennis, gives a sense of what it is like to be number one at such a young age, a...
Andy Murray takes readers on a personal journey through his career. In a memoir focusing on the last two dramatic years, he shares his thoughts on the pivotal moments of his playing career and allows fans a glimpse into his world—his intense training regime, his close-knit te...
Parents: Tennis Legends is the perfect gift to encourage perseverance and hard-work, reduce screen-time, and to teach your child about the great sport of tennis! The inspirational stories in this book are not only entertaining, but will instill a sen...
With this captivating biography, find inspiration in the exceptional spirit and determination that led Djokovic to go on to win 24 Grand Slam men's singles titles, 96 ATP singles titles and a record breaking 390+ weeks ranking as No.1.
Written by Mats Holm and Ulf Roosvald, Björn Borg and the Super-Swedes explains how a small country with eight million inhabitants like Sweden could become the leading nation in tennis and an example to imitate worldwide. It starts with the legend of...
Profiles the top world tennis player, from his life story to how he plays the game, with candid, penetrating discussions of rivals, best matches, coaching, and "incorrect" techniques of instruction
In "Court Hustler," Bobby Riggs shares his experiences as one of the most colorful and controversial figures in tennis, detailing his rise to fame and infamous "Battle of the Sexes" match against Billie Jean King. The book offers an insider's look at...
Net Points and Life Lessons: The Andy Roddick Story" offers an intimate exploration of the life and career of one of tennis's most charismatic and accomplished figures. This compelling biography delves into the riveting matches that defined Roddick's...
The late tennis champion, social activist, and AIDS victim tells his remarkable, courageous story from his career as a black tennis player to his battle against AIDS.
This is an inspirational story of how a daughter recovered from grief and through the lessons she learned from her mother, is able to fully celebrate life.
There have been other biographies of Roger Federer, but never one with this kind of access to the man himself, his support team, and the most prominent figures in the game, including such rivals as Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Roddick. In T...