Born:

January 03, 1861

Died:

August 12, 1904

Place of Birth:

Leamington, England

Citizenship:

England

Induction Category:

Master Player

Year of Induction:

1983

William Renshaw, a forceful right-handed player, was known primarily for his serve and overhead. He won six consecutive singles titles at Wimbledon from 1881-1886, and added a seventh crown to his collection in 1889, defeating older twin brother Ernest in the title round. The Renshaws were both rivals and accomplices. Thrice William stopped Ernest for the Wimbledon title, but five times they combined to win the doubles championship. The Renshaw brothers trained hard on the court throughout the year, almost a novel idea at the time. 

Grand Slam Record

Wimbledon

• Singles Champion 1881-86, 1889
• Doubles Champion 1884-86, 1888-89