Don Budge, American professional tennis player. Achievements include Wimbledon champion in singles, doubles, mixed doubles, 1937; United States national singles and doubles title, 1937; Davis Cup champ, 1937; first winner of tennis grand slam, 1938. Named Athlete of Year Associated Press, 1937, 38.
Background
Budge, Don was born on June 13, 1915 in Oakland, California, United States.