Hall of Famer Trabert dead

Tony Trabert, a fivetime Grand Slam singles champion and former No. 1 player who went on to successful careers as a Davis Cup captain, broadcaster and executive, has died. He was 90 years old.

The Tennis Hall of Famer’s death Wednesday at his home in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., was confirmed by his daughter, Brooke Trabert Dabkowski.

Trabert won three of the four major singles titles in 1955, including Wimbledon and the U.S. Nationals without losing a set. He was ranked No. 1 in singles in 1953 and 1955.

Trabert also won five Grand Slam titles in men’s doubles, including four with Vic Seixas. Trabert won all of his major titles as an amateur before he became a barnstorming professional.

As U.S. Davis Cup captain, Trabert led his team to titles in 1978 and 1979. He was a broadcaster for more than 30 years.

Trabert was inducted into the International Hall of Fame in 1970.

“He was not only a terrific example to us all on how to be a great champion, but also as a wise coach and mentor, a fair and effective leader, someone who gave back to the sport, and an all-around terrific ambassador for tennis,” current Hall of Fame President Stan Smith said.