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Ion Tiriac is a legendary Tennis player from Romania. Let us see Ion Tiriac’s net worth, earnings, business, and endorsements. You can find the top 50 richest tennis players here.

Ion Tiriac Facts

Birthplace Brașov, Romania
Date of Birth9 May, 1939
Age85
Net Worth $1.3 Billion
Prize Money NA
Titles34 in Singles, 22 in Doubles
Career Stats 454 – 303(singles), 294 –141 (Doubles)
Grand Slam Titles1 in doubles, 0 in singles
WifeErika Braedt
Children 3
NationalityRomanian
Business Bank, Property , Finance
Height1. 83 m (6 ft 0 in)
Endorsements NA
Social MediaNA

Ion Tiriac Career

ion Tiriac Net Worth

Surprisingly, a player like Ion Tiriac has not won any grand slam in the singles category. Ion Tiriac also reached the Finals of the Davis Cup in 1969, 1971, and 1972. In the 1965 Budapest, Ion Tiriac won gold medals in both Singles and Mixed Doubles. Ion Tiriac was also an ice hockey player for Romania. He played as a defenceman and also participated in the 1961 Ice Hockey World Championships.

Ion Tiriac retired from Tennis in 1979. He became a Tennis Coach, Advisor, and Player Agent. Tiriac was also the owner of the Mutua Madrid Open tournament between 2009 and 2021. Since 2016, he has become the advisor of Lucas Pouille.Since 1990, Tiriac has been a full-time businessman. He founded the Ion Țiriac Bank which is also the first private bank in post-Communist Romania. His life as a businessman was successful, and he also ventured into other businesses like airlines, insurance, and real estate.

Ion Tiriac Net Worth & Salary

Ion Tiriac is the first and only billionaire in Tennis. His net worth stands at $1.3 billion, and 90% of this comes through his businesses. Ion Tiriac never earned over a million in tennis. His overall earnings in tennis will be below $5 million.Ion Tiriac is the owner of Ion Tiriac Bank and Ion Tiriac Group. The Ion Tiriac Group focuses on multiple businesses like automobiles, insurance, real estate, properties, and restaurants.

Through business, Ion Tiriac has accumulated more than $1.5 billion. Ion Tiriac’s vehicle collection has more than 500 vehicles including luxurious cars and top-rated bikes. Ion Tiriac was also the second richest person from Romania during his peak time. Forbes list has always had his name.Ion Tiriac Endorsements. There are no details about Ion Tiriac’s Endorsements.

Ion Tiriac has had brand deals with top companies and he has earned more than $10m through endorsements. He scripted history by becoming the first Romanian billionaire in 2007. Tiriac Holdings, Tir Travels, and ȚiriacAIR are some of his companies that contributed a lot to his assets.Ion Tiriac

Personal Life

Ion Tiriac was born in Romania. During his teenage years, he participated in many sports like Table Tennis, Ice Hockey, and Tennis. He became a Pro Tennis player in 1958 and he also entered Ice Hockey. Ion Tiriac was also the voice artist for the character Kron in the Romanian version of Dinosaur.

Ion Tiriac is a successful businessman and he was the 2nd billionaire in sports. Ion Tiriac runs multiple businesses and he was a tennis analyst after retirement.Ion Tiriac married Erika Braedt, a handball player and the couple separated after 3 years. He was in a relationship with a fashion model, Mikette von Issenberg. They have a son. He also dated Sophie Ayad, an Egyptian journalist, and they have 2 children.

FAQ

What is the Net Worth of Ion Tiriac?

  • As of 2024, Ion Tiriac has a net worth of $1.2b.

What is the Age of Ion Tiriac?

  • Ion Tiriac is 85 years old

Has Ion Tiriac Won a Grand Slam?

  • Yes, Ion Tiriac won a grand Slam title in the doubles category

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