Andy Roddick, born August 30, 1982, is a professional tennis player and a former World No. 1. He burst onto the scene in 2000, turning pro at the age of 18. Only one year later he became the youngest player to end the year in the ATP 20; and by 2003, at the age of 21, he became the first American since Andre Agassi to finish the year ranked No. 1. He also became the youngest American and second-youngest player, behind Australian Lleyton Hewitt, to hold this rank since computer rankings were started in 1973.

With his signature explosive serve, powerful forehands and off-court charm and personality he has created a legion of loyal fans worldwide. Currently he is the 10th ranked player in the world and the second highest ranked male U.S. tennis player, behind James Blake, in the official rankings of the Association of Tennis Professionals. Previously, he held the distinction of being the number one American for three years.

Among his many awards and accolades, Andy holds the record for the fastest serve ever clocked in professional tennis, at 155 mph, or 249 km/h. At the 2006 Countrywide Classic in Los Angeles, Roddick confirmed that former world No. 1 and tennis legend Jimmy Connors would act as an advisor to him until at least the end of the 2006 season.

In addition to representing several companies on tour, including Rolex and Lexus, Andy founded the Andy Roddick Foundation in 2001. It is a non-profit organization, directed by his mother Blanche, which aims to provide children in need with quality education and other necessary resources.

To learn more about Andy visit his official site:
http://www.andyroddick.com/