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Tennis Icon John Beddington Passes at 83, Leaves Legacy

10/21/2025

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John Beddington, a prominent tennis administrator, died on October 15 at age 83.
Beddington served as tournament director for the Canadian Open, now the National Bank Open.
His career spanned over 50 years and expanded tennis influence in Canada and globally.
He is survived by his wife Roseann and their two sons, and his legacy will continue through his initiatives and the players he inspired.

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Story summary

John Beddington, a prominent tennis administrator, died on October 15 at age 83.
Beddington served as tournament director for the Canadian Open, now the National Bank Open.
His career spanned over 50 years and expanded tennis influence in Canada and globally.
He is survived by his wife Roseann and their two sons, and his legacy will continue through his initiatives and the players he inspired.