Spanish tennis star and Wimbledon champion Manolo Santana passed away 12.12.2021 R.I.P.

14-12-2021

Spanish tennis star and Wimbledon champion Manolo Santana, four Grand Slams winner, established a tennis centre in Marbella, passed away 12.12.2021, at age 83.

Described as a legend and a pioneer, Santana won Wimbledon in 1966, the US Open in 1965 and the French Open in 1961 and 1964.

Manolo Santana has died at 83 years old. Spanish tennis legend, winner of 4 Grand Slams, joined his name with that of #Marbella for decades as a resident, businessman and in love with our city. Rest in peace

Manolo Santana

The father-of-five’s lawyer Marcos Garcia-Montes said the Madrid-born legend died at his home in the Costa del Sol, Marbella, on Saturday after heart failure.

Wimbledon champion Manolo Santana died aged 83 on Saturday in Marbella
The Spanish tennis legend became the first Spaniard to win Wimbledon in 1966
Rafa Nadal paid tribute by saying: 'We will miss you. We will never forget you'

Rafael Nadal leads tributes to 'unique and special friend'

Spanish tennis star Rafa Nadal was among the friends and fans who paid tribute to the tennis legend after find out the news.

Initially sceptical of grass courts, he famously said 'grass is for cows'. Yet in 1966 he became the first Spaniard to win Wimbledon in a triumph after defeating the USA's world number six Dennis Ralston in straight sets.

He also had two French Opens and one US Open to his name.

At the 1968 Olympic Games in Mexico City, Santana won the gold medal in singles, but tennis was only a demonstration sport at that time.

King Rey Felipe showed up unexpectedly to honour Manolo Santana at his funeral and showed support to his wife Claudia Rodriguez.

King Rey Felipe showed up unexpectedly to honour Manolo Santana at his funeral and showed support to his wife Claudia Rodriguez.

King Rey Felipe showed up unexpectedly to honour Manolo Santana at his funeral and showed support to his wife Claudia Rodriguez.

Today we say a sad goodbye to one of the most emblematic athletes of this country and a great person.

With his phrase "always forward" during his life he demonstrated courage, courage and desire to surpass himself.

Manolo Santana & Claudia Rodriguez love story

We send you the biggest hugs, we will always remember you, not only for being an icon in the world of Tennis but for being a great man.

Rests in peace. ❤️

Descansa en paz

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