Becoming world no1 at the tender age of 20 was a sure-shot sign that Lleyton Hewitt is a force to be reckoned with.
Hewitt retired from the sport, but he left behind a legacy for the fans to follow.
Here are some of the highlights of this Australian tennis legend’s career.
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Qualifies for Aus Open in Jan 1997, month before 16th birthday
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Wins first title in home town of Adelaide in 1998 after stunning Andre Agassi in the semis
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Becomes youngest ever world No1 aged 20 and nine months in 2001
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Wins first Grand Slam title at the 2001 US Open
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Crowned Wimbledon Champion in 2002
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Twice won the Davis Cup for Australia in 1999 and 2003
