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Lindsay Davenport becomes world No 1
Lindsay Davenport claimed world No 1 ranking for first time in career.
In brief
Lindsay Davenport claimed world No 1 ranking for first time in career. Lindsay Davenport became world No 1 for the first time on October 12, 1998, after winning her first Grand Slam title at the US Open. Originally reported by Tennis Majors.
October 12, 1998
Lindsay Davenport became world No 1 for the first time at age 22.
US Open victory
Davenport defeated Martina Hingis in the US Open final 6-3 7-5.
Porsche Open loss
Davenport lost to Sandrine Testud in the Porsche Open final 7-5 6-3.
World No 1 ranking
Davenport held world No 1 spot for 98 weeks after becoming top player.
Grand Slam titles
Davenport won Wimbledon 1999 and Australian Open 2000.
Career end
Davenport retired after second pregnancy in 2009.
What matters most
Lindsay Davenport became world No 1 for the first time on October 12, 1998, after winning her first Grand Slam title at the US Open.
