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Legendary Tennis Star Nicola Pietrangeli Passes at 92

12/4/2025

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Nicola Pietrangeli died at age 92.
He was the first Italian to win a Grand Slam singles title, with French Open victories in 1959 and 1960.
He played a record 164 Davis Cup rubbers from 1954 to 1972.
He captained Italy to its first Davis Cup title in 1976.
The Italian Tennis Federation mourned his passing, highlighting his impact on the sport and enduring legacy.

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Nicola Pietrangeli died at age 92.
He was the first Italian to win a Grand Slam singles title, with French Open victories in 1959 and 1960.
He played a record 164 Davis Cup rubbers from 1954 to 1972.
He captained Italy to its first Davis Cup title in 1976.
The Italian Tennis Federation mourned his passing, highlighting his impact on the sport and enduring legacy.