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Frank Tutvin

Frank Tutvin

Canadian-American tennis player

Frank Tutvin (born August 23, 1945) is a Canadian-American former professional tennis player.

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Born in Montreal, Tutvin represented the United States at junior Davis Cup level, having lived with his parents in Florida for several years.[1] He played collegiate tennis for the University of Miami.[2]

Tutvin defeated Nikola Pilić in the first round of the 1965 U.S. Tennis Championships in a long five set match.

Tutvin reached the singles third round of the 1967 Wimbledon Championships, competing as a Canadian.[3]

Tutvin won the 1968 Western Open at Waterloo, Ontario defeating Joe Osadca in the final.

Outside of professional tennis he worked as a teaching pro at the Palm Bay Club in Miami.[4]

References

  1. [1]
    "Name Harris, Frank Tutvin To U.S. Team". Montreal Gazette. August 20, 1963.
  2. [2]
    "Tutvin Defeats Swiss". The New York Times. June 8, 1967.
  3. [3]
    "Tough net opener". Star-Phoenix. June 24, 1967.
  4. [4]
    "High Life, Miami Style". Los Angeles Times. February 24, 1985.
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