Tim Chisholm
Tim Chisholm (born October 31, 1969) is a semi-retired American real tennis player. He is Racquets Director at The Tuxedo Club in Tuxedo Park, New York.
Career
A former lawn tennis player,[1] Chisholm switched to the original game of tennis around the year 2000.[citation needed] He became the head professional at the Racquet and Tennis Club in New York City.[2] In 2001, he won the first World Doubles Championship, partnered by Julian Snow.[citation needed] Although technically not a Grand Slam, at one point in 2003 Chisholm held all four major open titles at the same time.[citation needed]
Chisholm challenged former World Champion Robert Fahey three times for the singles title. The 2002 challenge was the closest, going the full 13 sets.[citation needed] In 2004, Chisholm lost the challenge 7–1 sets.[citation needed] He then retired as head professional at the Racquet Club and took an office job in Boston, Massachusetts, only playing in American tournaments.[citation needed] In January 2006, he decided to attempt the World Challenge again, and although he won his preliminary matches handily, he fell to Fahey 7–0 in the championship.[citation needed]
On June 7, 2015, Chisholm and doubles partner Camden Riviere defeated World Doubles champions, Australians Robert Fahey and Steve Virgona.[3]
Personal life
Chisholm is married to Darcey and they have three children.[citation needed]
Singles titles
- Australian Open: 2003
- British Open: 2002
- French Open: 2003
- U.S. Open: 2003, 2004
- Schochet Cup (formerly U.S. Professional): 2002[4]
See also
References
- ^ Jones, Sally (November 28, 2002). "Real Tennis: Chisholm earns chance to challenge old order". The Independent. Retrieved June 8, 2015.
- ^ Jones, Sally (November 29, 2001). "Real Tennis: Chisholm determined to beat world champion". The Telegraph. Retrieved June 8, 2015.
- ^ Dawson, Kyle (June 7, 2015). "Court King: Riviere remains real tennis royalty". Aiken Standard. Retrieved June 8, 2015.
- ^ International Real Tennis Professionals Association: Tim Chisholm profile