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What Is Tracy Austin Net Worth?
Tracy Austin, an American former professional tennis player, has an estimated net worth of $8 million. She achieved significant success early in her career, marked by winning two US Open titles and reaching the world No. 1 ranking. Her financial standing reflects earnings from prize money, endorsements, and subsequent broadcasting career.
Early Career and Earnings
Tracy Austin turned professional on October 23, 1978, quickly gaining recognition and endorsement deals. Soon after turning pro in October 1978 Austin had already received endorsement contracts worth a total of over $2 million. In 1979, at the age of 16, she won the US Open. The prize money for winning the 1979 US Open was $39,000. Her on-court success led to lucrative opportunities, establishing her as a prominent figure in the tennis world. Austin’s early career highlights include winning the Italian and U.S. Opens at age 16 in 1979. She was rated the best woman player in the world in 1980 and reclaimed the U.S. Open crown in 1981.
Injuries began to plague Austin’s career, impacting her potential earnings from tournaments and endorsements. From 1984-1993 Tracy did not play in any Grand Slam tourneys. She won approximately $2 million in career prize money. By the time she was 21, Austin’s playing days were over. Despite the setbacks, she secured 30 WTA Tour-level singles titles. She was ranked in the world Top 10 six times from 1978 to 1983, and five doubles titles, including the mixed doubles title at the 1980 Wimbledon Championships, partnering her brother John. Her total career prize money amounted to $2,092,380.
Post-Tennis Career and Current Ventures
Following her retirement from professional tennis in 1994, Tracy Austin transitioned into broadcasting. She has worked as a TV tennis commentator for networks like NBC, ESPN, USA Network, Fox Sports, and the Tennis Channel. This career move allowed her to remain connected to the sport while leveraging her expertise and experience. Austin has also been involved in promotional work. Tracy Austin’s autograph was featured on the back of the Pony Tracy Austin tennis shoe, which was endorsed by Tracy Austin, the youngest player to win the US Open, who was 16 years old, and was only produced for one year.
Currently residing in Rolling Hills, California, Austin’s financial activities beyond broadcasting and endorsements are not widely publicized. There’s no readily available information regarding specific real estate holdings, investment portfolios, or other business ventures that contribute to her net worth. While some individuals with the name Tracy Austin are involved in real estate in Austin, Texas, and other business ventures, it’s important to distinguish these individuals from the tennis star. Tracy Austin married Scott Holt in 1994.
