Arthur Ashe was the first African-American to win the US Open. He achieved this historic victory on August 25, 1968.
This was the first year that the US Open was held as an official “Open” tournament, allowing both amateur and professional players to play.
Ashe’s victory was a momentous moment in tennis history. We can call this victory revolutionary, because it had an impact on the civil rights of colored people.
First African-American athlete to win the US Open
