Hall of Fame tennis coach Nick Bollettieri, who mentored stars like Andre Agassi, the Williams sisters, and Maria Sharapova, died at his home in Florida on Sunday. He was 91
Tournament of Champions, Closeup of Andre Agassi and Nick Bollettieri victorious with champagne after match, New York, NY 1/1/1988--12/31/1988.
"Our dear friend, Nick Bollettieri, graduated from us last night," eight-time Grand Slam winner Andre Agassi wrote on Twitter."He gave so many a chance to live their dream. He showed us all how life can be lived to the fullest…"Former world No. 2 Tommy Haas posted a heartfelt message on Instagram, calling Bollettieri a"pioneer" of the sport.
"Thank you for your time, knowledge, commitment, expertise, the willingness to share your skill, your personal interest in mentoring me, and giving me the best opportunity to follow my dreams," Haas’ post read.Coach Nick Bollettieri helps to inspire children during Kids Day at the 2017 Miami Open on March 21, 2017, at Tennis Center at Crandon Park in Key Biscayne, FL.Bollettieri was born July 31, 1931, in Pelham, New York.
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