Arthur Ashe is known for being one of the most successful tennis players in the world. He has had books, biographies, short stories, and even newspaper entries written about him. Arthur was born on July 10, 1943, in Richmond Virginia. He is known for being one of the most successful tennis players in the world, and also known for always smiling even if losing the game. Overall, many people perceived Arthur as a very positive man, even in the most difficult times. Arthur Ashe achieved fame for many things, but he was most recognized for being the “First African American to achieve fame in tennis” (McPhee, 2012, Page 509). Arthur devoted many long hours every day to playing tennis. He says “He liked his demeanor best about himself on the tennis
