This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 5/21/2006.
Jimmy Connors reached the World Number One ranking in July 1974 and held it for 159 straight weeks. Always a celebrator of his own birthday (he has won 10 of 11 matches that day at the U.S. Open), in 1991 on Jimmy's 40th birthday he disposed of Jaime Oncins, 6-1, 6-2, 6-3, notching a tournament record 98th match win. This white framed shadowbox measures approximately 39" x 45." Inside is the actual pair of white leather "Nike" tennis sneakers signed by Jimmy in black marker, rating an 8, and the Estusa manufactured racket used by Conners during that 1991 U.S. Open. Also included is a framed 8" x 10" color photo showing Jimmy in match play wearing the shoes and swinging the racket, signed by Jimmy in black marker with the inscription "Best of Everything" rating a solid 9. Comes with a LOA from James Spence Authentication and an additional LOA.