Tužan dan za beli sport: Preminuo osvajač Rolan Garosa i Vimbldona

Iste godine bio je broj 1 na svetskoj listi tenisera. The ITHF remembers and celebrates the life of Hall of Famer John Edward "Budge" Patty, former world No. 1, after his passing on October 3. Called the "most suave of champions", Patty was an astute volleyer who won singles titles at both @rolandgarros and @Wimbledon in 1950. — Tennis Hall of Fame (@TennisHalloFame) October 8, 2021 U karijeri je osvojio 73 titule. Ima fenomenalan skor 777 pobede i 182 poraza