Danny O'Bryant

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Danny O'Bryant is an American former professional tennis player.

Danny O'Bryant
Country (sports) United States
Height6 ft 3 in (191 cm)
Singles
Career record6–22
Grand Slam singles results
French Open1R (1970)
WimbledonQ3 (1970)
US Open2R (1968)
Doubles
Career record2–5
Grand Slam doubles results
French Open3R (1970)
US Open1R (1972)

A native of Texas, O'Bryant attended Sabinal High School and was a three-time UIL Class A singles champion, as well as an All-Star state high school basketball player.[1][2]

O'Bryant played varsity tennis for Trinity University, earning All-American honors in 1969 after reaching the NCAA singles quarter-finals and doubles semi-finals.[3] Graduating that year, he then turned professional and during his time on tour made the main draw of the French Open.[4] He had a career win over Australian Davis Cup player Dick Crealy.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Lamar Netman Upset Victim". The Austin American. May 10, 1964.
  2. ^ "Danny O'Bryant To Enter Trinity". San Antonio Express. July 3, 1965.
  3. ^ a b Shearer, Bob (August 23, 1970). "Net Star Sets MTA State Tour". Clarion-Ledger.
  4. ^ Amdur, Neil (July 31, 1969). "O'Bryant Topples Mexican Star – Ashe Victor". The New York Times.
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