Pete Sampras began his tennis journey at the age of seven, under the guidance of trainer Pete Fischer, who imparted his knowledge to the young player. In 1988, Sampras turned professional and soon became a top-ranked player, with Ivan Lendl as one of his sponsors.
By 1990, Sampras had achieved his first major success on the tennis circuit, winning the US Open as the 19th seed at just 19 years old, making him the youngest winner of the Grand Slam tournament at the time. He continued to rise through the ranks, becoming the world's third-ranked player in 1992 and winning his first Wimbledon title in 1993.
Sampras went on to win a total of 14 Grand Slam titles, including seven Wimbledon championships, four US Open titles, and two Australian Open titles. He was also a five-time ATP World Champion and a two-time Davis Cup winner. Sampras held the number one ranking in the ATP world rankings for six consecutive seasons.
Despite his impressive record, Sampras was known for his struggles at the French Open, where he never won a title. He earned the nickname "Pistol Pete" due to his powerful serve, and was also known for his excellent serve-and-volley game and baseline shots.
Sampras continued to play at a high level until his retirement in 2003, when he announced his decision to step away from professional tennis. He was 31 years old at the time and had won 14 Grand Slam titles, a record that stood for many years.
