Lleyton Hewitt
Youngest year end world number one, at 20 in 2001
Overview
The Australian terrier won the 2001 US Open and 2002 Wimbledon, becoming the youngest year end number one at 20, a record. His return of serve, speed and cmon roar defined him. He won 30 titles and led Australia to Davis Cups in 1999 and 2003, playing on until 2016 through injuries.
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