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Tennis Player Ivan Lendl’s Prize Money contributes 50% to his overall net worth

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We analyse the net worth, salary and endorsements of the legendary tennis figure Ivan Lendl

Ivan Lendl is a Czech-American former professional tennis player. He was ranked world No. 1 for 270 weeks and won 94 singles titles.

He turned professional in 1978 and went on to reach astounding heights in his career. Lendl spent 270 weeks as the best player in the world during a 13-year career.

Ivan Lendl Facts

Birth PlaceOstrava, Czechoslovakia
Father’s NameJiri Lendl
Mother’s NameOlga Lendlova
Star SignPisces
CollegeN/A
Net Worth$40 million
Prize Money till date$21,262,417
Age64
Date of BirthMarch 7, 1960
Height6’2″/1.88 m
Weight79 kg/175 lb
NationalityAmerican
Achievements8-time Grand Slam Champion
WifeSamantha Frankel
ChildrenIsabelle Lendl, Nikola Lendl, Daniela Lendl, Caroline Lendl, and Marika Lendl
EndorsementsAdidas, Mizuno
Social MediaN/A

Lendl  is considered one of the most outstanding tennis players of all times. He played 19 Grand Slam singles finals, which was later surpassed by Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

After retirement, Ivan Lendl became pickleball player. He was also the coach for Andy Murray who has become one of the best Tennis players of this generation. Under Ivan Lendl, Murray managed to win three titles. He was also the coach for Alexander Zverev.

Ivan Lendl net worth and earnings

Ivan Lendl has accumulated his net worth through his tennis career. The career which included many accolades almost earned him close to $20 million in prize money. The American also is fond of paintings and antiques. Ivan Lendl also earns through mentorship companies and properties. He is also an investor in venture capital firms. Ivan Lendl is in the list of 50 richest tennis stars of all time.

His net worth is estimated to be close to $40 million, after he turned a professional coach and organised a golf tournament on his name.

Ivan Lendl ranking history

He was World No. 1 for 270 weeks encompassing four years from 1985 to 1987 and then in 1989. His career record stands at 1068-242. Lendl reached a Grand Slam final for 11 consecutive years.

After his rise to the top, he stayed in the Top 3 for most of his career. The 61-year old was unbeatable as he won 8-Grand Slams in his time as a player.

Ivan Lendl career titles

Lendl reached 19 major singles finals (third best all-time), won eight of them, lifted 94 ATP singles titles in 144 finals.

He compiled a phenomenal 1,071-243 (81.65%) record. His total number of matches played (1,314) and matches won (1,071) is second best all-time, after Connors.   

Lendl reached 19 finals in his career (Credits: Tennis World)

Lendl was a terrific junior player, winning the boys’ singles titles atthe French Open and Wimbledon in 1978, making the world No. 1 junior ranking.

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Lendl  was included in the ‘International Tennis Hall of Fame’ in 2001. 

Ivan Lendl family life

Ivan Lendl is married to his long-time partner, Samantha Frankel. Lendl and Frenkel married on September 16, 1989. 

They have five children together. The daughters are named Marika, Isabelle, Caroline, Daniela, and Nikola. Isabelle and Caroline are twins. 

Lendl successfully became a US citizen on July 7, 1992, after years of representing his birth country of Czechoslovakia.

Ivan Lendl endorsements

Adidas signed him up on a lucrative sponsorship deal for more than a decade, after which he switched to Mizuno. He also endorsed products of clothing and footwear companies throughout his career.

Lendl was known to be a quiet guy off the court and focused on his in-game improvements.

FAQs about Ivan Lendl

What is the age and date of birth of  Ivan Lendl ?
Ivan Lendl is 64 years old and was born on March 7, 1960
What is the net worth of Ivan Lendl ?
Ivan Lendl has a net worth of $40 million
What brands endorse  Ivan Lendl ?
Ivan Lendl has endorsement deals with Adidas and Mizuno
What is the nationality of  Ivan Lendl ?
Ivan Lendl is an American citizen
Where was Ivan Lendl born?
Ivan Lendl was born in Ostrava, Czechoslovakia
Has  Ivan Lendl won a Grand Slam?
Ivan Lendl has won 8 Grand Slam titles

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