Tim Henman

Timothy "Tim" Henman, OBE (born September 6, 1974 in Oxford, England) is a British tennis player.

Early Life

Henman comes from a sporting family: his father was adept at various sports, including tennis. His grandfather and great-grandfather also competed at Wimbledon. Henman supports Oxford United Football Club and is a keen golfer.

Related Topics:
Oxford United Football Club - Golfer

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Between the ages of 10 and 17 he was a member of the David Lloyd Slater Squad, where he trained alongside a number of other young British tennis hopefuls.

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While still at school, Henman was diagnosed with Osteochondritis, a bone disease (one form of Chondritis). However, he kept playing tennis, and in 1992 won the National Junior titles in singles and doubles, deciding to join the professional tour in 1993.

Related Topics:
Osteochondritis - Chondritis - 1992 - 1993

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