Marco Cacopardo (born December 15, 1969) is an American former professional tennis player.
| Country (sports) |  United States |
|---|---|
| Born | December 15, 1969 |
| Height | 6 ft 5 in (196 cm) |
| Singles | |
| Career record | 0–1 |
| Highest ranking | No. 554 (Nov 13, 1995) |
| Doubles | |
| Highest ranking | No. 712 (Apr 19, 1993) |
Cacopardo grew up in Forest Hills, New York, where he was a five-minute walk from the US Open complex. He won the U.S. national amateur championships in both 1988 and 1991.[1] His professional tennis career was stalled by a series of family bereavements.[2] In 1992 he left the tour to care for his ailing grandmother, who had looked after him and his sister after the death of their parents.[3] He spent two years away from the sport before returning and was a main draw qualifier at the 1995 U.S. Indoor in Philadelphia, losing his first round match to Mark Woodforde.[3]
References edit
- ^ "Cacopardo wins men's singles at U.S. Amateur". United Press International. August 17, 1991.
- ^ Bondy, Filip (August 22, 1991). "A Long Fight Back From Grief; The Late-Blooming Cacopardo Now Says, 'I've Got a Shot'". The New York Times.
- ^ a b Ludden, Johnny (July 16, 1995). "Tragedy Toughens Qualifier". Washington Post.