Andy Roddick becomes part of ESPN’s broadcasting team for Wimbledon and the US Open.
BRISTOL, Conn. — Tennis Hall of Famer Andy Roddick is set to join ESPN for its coverage of Wimbledon and the US Open, as part of a multiyear agreement announced on Monday.
Roddick, who won the US Open in 2003, will serve as a match commentator and studio analyst, beginning just prior to the start of play at the All England Club in late June. His victory in New York marked the last occasion an American man secured a Grand Slam singles title.
He concluded his playing career in 2012 and was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2017.
“Simply, I’m always just a massive fan of tennis. I’m very excited to join the ESPN tennis team and look forward to covering the two biggest tournaments in the world,” Roddick stated.
Roddick was a finalist in four Grand Slam events, having been defeated by Roger Federer on each occasion: at Wimbledon in 2004, 2005, and 2009, and at the U.S. Open in 2006. He amassed 32 singles titles, maintained a position in the ATP’s top 10 for nine consecutive years, and contributed to the United States’ victory in the 2007 Davis Cup.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Source: espn.com
