Is John Mcenroe Retiring From Broadcasting?
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Updated Jun 10, 2024
Is John Mcenroe Retiring From Broadcasting?
John McEnroe isn't retiring from broadcasting. He thanked NBC during the 2024 French Open men's final because the event will move to TNT Sports next year, ending NBC's 12-year partnership. McEnroe started his broadcasting career with NBC in 1992, covering the French Open and Wimbledon. Despite the shift, he will continue commentating at other Grand Slam events like the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open, which are broadcasted by ESPN in the US. Additionally, he remains available for BBC's Wimbledon coverage in the UK. While McEnroe's departure from NBC marks the end of an era, fans can still enjoy his insightful commentary during major tennis tournaments around the world.
Who is John Mcenroe?
John McEnroe is an American retired professional tennis player known for his exceptional shot-making, volleying skills, and confrontational on-court demeanor. He held the world No. 1 rankings in both singles and doubles simultaneously, a feat unmatched in tennis history.
McEnroe amassed 77 singles titles and 78 doubles titles, the highest combined total of the Open Era. His achievements include seven major singles titles, nine Grand Slam men's doubles titles, and one mixed doubles title. He dominated year-end tournaments, winning a record eight singles and seven doubles titles. McEnroe represented the U.S. in Davis Cup, contributing to five title victories, and later served as team captain. In retirement, he remains active in tennis, competing in senior events and working as a television commentator for major tournaments.
| Full Name | John McEnroe |
| Country | United States |
| Residence | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Born | February 16, 1959 (age 65) |
| Place of Birth | Wiesbaden, West Germany |
| Height | 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) |
| Turned Pro | 1978 |
| Plays | Left-handed (one-handed backhand) |
| College | Stanford University |
NBC
NBC, or the National Broadcasting Company, is an American commercial broadcast television and radio network. It's the flagship property of NBC Entertainment under NBCUniversal, which is owned by Comcast. Established in 1926 by the Radio Corporation of America, NBC is one of the oldest American television networks and is known as the "Peacock Network" due to its peacock logo introduced in 1956 to highlight early color broadcasting innovations. Headquartered in New York City, NBC operates twelve owned-and-operated stations and about 200 affiliates across the United States, with some coverage extending to Canada and Mexico. It also has international brand licensing agreements for channels in countries like South Korea and Germany.
