Most popular Steffi Graff photos and pics, ranked by our visitors.
Top pics
Steffi Graff photo gallery updated daily. We update the gallery only with high-quality, interesting photographs. If you have good quality photos of Steffi Graff, you can add them through this page. Good photos will be added to the photo gallery.
Biography
Steffi Graf, born on June 14, 1969, in Mannheim, West Germany, is a former professional tennis player who is widely regarded as one of the greatest female tennis players of all time. She dominated the sport during the late 1980s and early 1990s, earning numerous accolades and achieving remarkable milestones throughout her career. Graf’s tennis journey began at a young age, and by the age of 13, she was already competing at the international level. Her aggressive playing style and powerful forehand quickly set her apart from her peers. In 1986, at only 17 years old, Graf won her first Grand Slam title, the French Open, marking the beginning of her legendary career. Over the following years, Graf continued her dominance in women’s tennis, solidifying herself as an icon of the sport. She was known for her exceptional footwork, precise shotmaking, and mental fortitude. Her rivalry with Martina Navratilova and later Monica Seles captivated tennis enthusiasts worldwide and elevated the level of competition. In 1988, Graf achieved one of the most remarkable feats in tennis history. She became the first and only player, male or female, to claim the calendar-year Golden Slam. This meant winning all four Grand Slam titles (Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open) as well as the Olympic singles gold medal in the same year. Her triumphs were not limited to this monumental achievement, as she ended her career with an astounding 22 Grand Slam singles titles. Graf’s dominance on the court was recognized with numerous accolades, including being ranked World No. 1 for a record-breaking 377 weeks, the most in both the men’s and women’s game. She held the top spot for a total of 186 consecutive weeks, another unprecedented milestone. Her success and contributions to tennis were acknowledged when she was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2004. After retiring from professional tennis in 1999, Graf has stayed involved in the sport through various charitable projects. She married fellow tennis champion Andre Agassi in 2001, and they have two children together. Graf’s impact on the tennis world continues to inspire young players, and her legacy as one of the greatest tennis players of all time remains unrivaled.
