Suzanne Lenglen

1899–1938 (age 39)

Biography

Suzanne Lenglen was a visionary of women’s tennis whose graceful yet fierce play electrified the sport in the early twentieth century. Dominating Wimbledon and the World Hard Court Championships, her daring style and flamboyant persona helped popularize tennis across Europe and North America, making her a household name beyond the court.

Her legacy endures through the generations of players she inspired, as well as in the admiration of fans who remember her as much for her bold spirit as for her unparalleled achievements. Lenglen rests at Saint-Ouen Cemetery, a quiet testament to a life that forever altered the image of tennis.

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