{"product_id":"us-open-50-years-of-championship-tennis-9781419732188","title":"Us Open: 50 Years of Championship Tennis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExperience the spectacle, drama, and legacy of one of the world's greatest sporting events in \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eUS Open: 50 Years of Championship Tennis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes a foreword by Serena Williams\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis authoritative, photo-rich volume captures the unforgettable matches, legendary champions, and defining controversies that have shaped the US Open into tennis's grand New York showcase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpanning five decades--from the early dominance of Billie Jean King and Arthur Ashe to the modern era of Roger Federer, Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal, and beyond--this comprehensive tennis history brings together the tournament's most electrifying moments in one richly illustrated edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExclusive photography places readers courtside at Flushing Meadows, while contributions from journalists, players, and insiders provide context, perspective, and insider insight into the sport's biggest stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a large-format, gift-worthy coffee table book, this is more than a recap--it's a visual archive of championship tennis. Every spread highlights the evolution of the US Open, from its origins to its status as a global sporting event, showcasing the personalities, rivalries, and matches that define each era. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a lifelong tennis fan, a follower of Grand Slam events, or searching for a standout sports gift during US Open season, this volume offers a compelling, immersive way to relive the tournament's greatest stories. This is the essential US Open book--an enduring tribute to the players, the fans, and the championship moments that continue to define the sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Richard S. Rennert,United States Tennis Association\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Harry N. Abrams\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/14\/2018\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 272\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.10lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 12.10h x 10.00w x 1.00d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781419732188\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRichard S. Rennert \u003c\/b\u003eis a longtime publishing leader in the world of professional tennis and served as Director of Publishing at the United States Tennis Association. Over the course of his career, he has overseen the development of official US Open publications and helped document the history and evolution of the tournament through editorial and photographic archives. He is the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Open Book: Celebrating 40 Years of America's Grand Slam\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe US Open: 50 Years of Championship Teams.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerena Williams \u003c\/b\u003eis widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Over her career, she won 23 Grand Slam singles titles--the most by any player in the Open Era--and 73 singles titles overall, along with multiple Olympic gold medals and major doubles championships with her sister Venus Williams. Known for her powerful style of play and competitive dominance, Williams transformed the modern game and became a defining figure in the history of the US Open, where she captured six singles titles. Her perspective brings unmatched authority to this celebration of championship tennis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Richard S. Rennert \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":48944173973661,"sku":"9781419732188","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_c790a638-d1ab-406a-b7f8-6e86e624e19e.jpg?v=1790155223","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/us-open-50-years-of-championship-tennis-9781419732188","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}