This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/24/2014
1935 William "Big Bill" Tilden Spalding Top-Flite Signature Model tennis racket match used by the International Tennis Hall of Fame member, long considered as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Tilden was the No. 1 ranked player in the world for seven years. Over his career he won 14 Major singles titles(10 Grand Slams, 1 World Hard Court Championship and 3 Pro Slams). He also won a record seven US Championships titles. "Wm. T. Tilden Jr." decal applied to top of handle. "Tilden portrait decal applied to other side. Racket displays good use with 3 breaks in string and good wear to handle. Racket is still in very nice condition.
Includes a Letter of Provenance from the Helms Athletic Foundation/LA84 Collection.