History of Andre Agassi in Timeline
Andre Agassi, a former American professional tennis player, achieved the world No. 1 ranking for 101 weeks, finishing as the year-end No. 1 in 1999. He secured 60 ATP Tour-level singles titles, highlighted by eight major championships, thus completing a Career Grand Slam. Additionally, Agassi earned an Olympic gold medal, won the 1990 ATP Tour World Championships, claimed 17 Masters titles, and contributed to three victorious United States Davis Cup teams (1990, 1992, 1995). He stands as one of only eight men to achieve a Career Grand Slam in singles and among three to complete a Career Golden Slam in singles.
1959: Parents' Marriage
In 1959, Andre Agassi's parents, Emmanuel "Mike" Agassi and Elizabeth "Betty" Agassi, married after dating for two months.
1963: Emmanuel Agassi met Kirk Kerkorian
In 1963, Emmanuel Agassi met Kirk Kerkorian, an American businessman, while working as a waiter at the Tropicana Las Vegas. They became friends.
1969: Rod Laver's Grand Slam
In 2000, Agassi was the first male player to reach four consecutive Grand Slam finals since Rod Laver achieved the Grand Slam in 1969.
April 29, 1970: Andre Agassi Born
On April 29, 1970, Andre Kirk Agassi was born. He later became a world No. 1 ranked professional tennis player.
1970: Ken Rosewall Cincinnati Title
In 2004, at 34 years old, Andre Agassi became the second-oldest singles champion in Cincinnati tournament history, tied with Roger Federer and surpassed only by Ken Rosewall, who won the title in 1970 at age 35.
1982: National Indoor Boys 14s Doubles Championship
At the age of 12, in 1982, Andre Agassi and his doubles partner, Roddy Parks, won the National Indoor Boys 14s Doubles Championship in Chicago.
1986: IMG Management
In 1986, Agassi was managed by IMG from the time he turned professional.
1986: Turned Professional
In 1986, Andre Agassi turned professional at the age of 16 and finished the year ranked No. 91.
1987: First Wimbledon Appearance
In 1987, Andre Agassi played at Wimbledon for the first time, only to lose in the first round to Henri Leconte.
1987: First Singles Title
In 1987, Andre Agassi won his first top-level singles title at the Sul American Open in Itaparica and ended the year ranked No. 25.
1987: Connors Top 5 Ranking
In 2003, at age 33, Andre Agassi had been one of the oldest players to rank in the top 5 since Connors, at age 35, was No. 4 in 1987.
1988: Refusal to Play at Wimbledon
From 1988, Andre Agassi chose not to play at Wimbledon, publicly stating that he did not wish to play there because of the event's traditionalism and dress code.
1988: Agassi wins against Chang at US Open
In 1988, Agassi won the first four matches including a straight-set victory in round 16 of the US Open against Chang.
1988: Grand Slam Semi-Finals
In 1988, Andre Agassi reached the semi-finals of both the French Open and the US Open.
1988: ATP Most Improved Player of the Year
In 1988, Andre Agassi was awarded the ATP Most Improved Player of the Year for the first time in his career.
1988: Six Tournament Wins
In 1988, Andre Agassi won six additional tournaments and surpassed US$1 million in career prize money. He finished the year ranked No. 3 and was named Most Improved Player of the Year.
1988: Becker Prevails over Agassi at Indian Wells
In 1988, Boris Becker and Andre Agassi first played at Indian Wells, with Becker prevailing.
1988: Connors Top 10 Finish
In 2004, Agassi finished the year ranked No. 8, one of the oldest players to finish in the top 10 since the 36-year-old Connors was No. 7 in 1988.
1989: US Open Semi-Finals
In 1989, Andre Agassi made the US Open semi-finals.
1989: Becker wins Davis Cup semi-final
In 1989, Boris Becker won against Andre Agassi in the Davis Cup semi-final match in five sets after losing the first two in tiebreaks.
1990: Canon EOS Rebel commercial
In 1990, Agassi appeared in a television commercial for Canon Inc., promoting the Canon EOS Rebel camera.
1990: Agassi defeats Chang at French Open
In 1990, Agassi defeated defending champion Chang in a four-set quarterfinal at the French Open.
1990: Agassi Reverses Rivalry with Becker
In 1990, Agassi reversed the rivalry with Becker, and won 10 of their last 11 matches.
1990: Refusal to Play at Wimbledon
In 1990, Andre Agassi chose not to play at Wimbledon, publicly stating that he did not wish to play there because of the event's traditionalism and dress code.
1990: US Open Final Loss to Sampras
In 1990, Andre Agassi lost the US Open final to Pete Sampras in straight sets, marking their first meeting in a Grand Slam final.
1990: Grand Slam Final and Davis Cup Victory
In 1990, Andre Agassi reached his first Grand Slam final at the French Open and lost to Andrés Gómez. He also helped the United States win its first Davis Cup in 8 years and won his only Tennis Masters Cup, beating Stefan Edberg in the final.
1990: Davis Cup Victory
In 1990, Andre Agassi was part of the United States Davis Cup team that won.
1991: French Open and Wimbledon Performances
In 1991, Andre Agassi reached his second consecutive French Open final, losing to Jim Courier. He also played at Wimbledon, reaching the quarterfinals.
1992: Agassi Wins Wimbledon
Despite grass being his worst surface, Andre Agassi's first major win was at Wimbledon in 1992.
1992: Agassi defeats Becker at Wimbledon
In 1992, Agassi defeated Becker in a five-set quarterfinal at Wimbledon on his way to his first Grand Slam title.
1992: French Open Quarterfinal Victory
In 1992, Andre Agassi defeated Pete Sampras in straight sets at the French Open quarterfinals.
1992: BBC Overseas Sports Personality of the Year
In 1992, Andre Agassi was named the BBC Overseas Sports Personality of the Year.
1992: Davis Cup
In 1992, Andre Agassi was part of the United States Davis Cup team that won.
1992: Wimbledon Victory and Davis Cup Title
In 1992, Andre Agassi won Wimbledon, defeating Goran Ivanišević in the final. He also played on the United States' Davis Cup winning team and was named the BBC Overseas Sports Personality of the Year. He played the game wearing Oakley brand sunglasses.
1992: Wimbledon Championships Victory
In 1992, Andre Agassi won his first major title at the Wimbledon Championships.
1993: Signing with Head
In 1993, Agassi signed a multimillion-dollar endorsement deal with Head, switching to Head Ti Radical racket.
1993: Endorsement with Mountain Dew
In 1993, Agassi was sponsored by DuPont, Ebel, and Mountain Dew.
1993: Agassi Wins at Wimbledon
In 1993, Agassi won the first two matches against Rafter at Wimbledon.
1993: Wimbledon Quarterfinal Loss to Sampras
In 1993, Andre Agassi lost to Pete Sampras in the Wimbledon quarterfinals in five sets, despite leveling the match after being down two sets.
1993: Doubles Title and Injury
In 1993, Andre Agassi won the only doubles title of his career at the Cincinnati Open with Petr Korda. He missed much of the early part of the year due to injuries, lost in the first round at the US Open, and required wrist surgery late in the year.
1993: Sampras's streak
Pete Sampras's record of six consecutive year-ending top rankings started in 1993.
1994: Agassi Prevails over Chang at US Open
In 1994, Agassi and Chang played a notable match in the round of 16 of the US Open. Agassi won in five sets, marking it the toughest contest on his way to his first US Open title.
1994: Founding of Andre Agassi Charitable Association
In 1994, Agassi founded the Andre Agassi Charitable Association, which assists Las Vegas' young people.
1994: US Open Victory
In 1994, Andre Agassi won the US Open as an unseeded player, defeating Michael Stich in the final after a comeback fueled by a more tactical approach with new coach Brad Gilbert.
1994: Brad Gilbert Coaches Agassi
In 1994, Brad Gilbert became Andre Agassi's coach, initiating a change to more methodical baseline play, encouraging him to wear out opponents with deep groundstrokes and use his fitness to win attrition wars.
April 1995: Reached World No. 1 Ranking
In April 1995, Andre Agassi reached the world No. 1 ranking for the first time, holding it for a total of 30 weeks. He also won his third and final Davis Cup title in 1995.
1995: ATP Arthur Ashe Humanitarian award
Agassi was awarded the ATP Arthur Ashe Humanitarian award in 1995 for his efforts to help disadvantaged youth.
1995: Agassi wins Australian Open
In 1995, Agassi won the Australian Open against Rafter on his way to the title.
1995: Davis Cup Title
In 1995, Andre Agassi was part of the United States Davis Cup team that won.
1995: Australian Open Win
In 1995, Andre Agassi won the Australian Open and reached the world No. 1 ranking for the first time.
1995: Australian Open Victory and Winning Streak
In 1995, Andre Agassi won the Australian Open, defeating Pete Sampras. Agassi won three Masters Series events and had a 26-match winning streak that ended with a loss to Sampras in the US Open final.
1995: Davis Cup Win and Peak of Rivalry with Sampras
In 1995, the US won the Davis Cup with both Sampras and Agassi participating. They met five times in title matches, including the Australian Open and the US Open. Agassi won three of the finals, including the Australian Open, but Sampras won the US Open. Sampras took over the No. 1 ranking at the end of the season.
1995: Rivalry intensity peaks
In 1995, the intensity of the rivalry between Agassi and Becker peaked. Becker won Wimbledon semi-final in four sets. Agassi came out victorious in the US Open semi-final in four tight sets.
1995: US Open Final Meeting
The US Open final between Agassi and Sampras in 2002 was their third meeting in a US Open final, but the first since 1995.
April 1996: Official All Star Café Opening
In April 1996, Andre Agassi, along with five athlete partners, opened a chain of sports-themed restaurants named Official All Star Café.
1996: Atlanta Olympics Gold Medal
In 1996, Andre Agassi won an Olympic gold medal at the Atlanta Olympics.
1996: Olympic Gold Medal and Title Defenses
In 1996, Andre Agassi won the men's singles gold medal at the Olympic Games in Atlanta, beating Sergi Bruguera of Spain in the final. Agassi also successfully defended his singles titles in Cincinnati and Key Biscayne.
1996: Chang defeats Agassi twice
In 1996, Chang recorded straight-set victories in the semi-finals of both the Australian Open and the US Open against Agassi.
November 10, 1997: Ranking Sinks to No. 141
On November 10, 1997, Andre Agassi's ranking sank to No. 141, during a low point in his career marked by injury, drug use, and a failing marriage.
1997: Funding to Child Haven
In 1997, Agassi donated funding to Child Haven for a six-room classroom building now named the Agassi Center for Education.
1997: Marriage to Brooke Shields
In 1997, Agassi married actress Brooke Shields.
1997: Methamphetamine Use
In 1997, Agassi used and tested positive for methamphetamine. He later justified himself and asked for understanding, saying that 'It was a period in my life where I needed help.'
1997: Ranking Decline
In 1997, Andre Agassi's ranking declined to as low as No. 141.
1997: Rafter Wins US Open
In 1997, Rafter won his only US Open encounter against Agassi and went on to win the title.
1998: Agassi Prevails Over Federer
In 1998, Andre Agassi and Roger Federer first met in just the third tournament of Federer's career at the Swiss Indoors in Federer's hometown, with Agassi prevailing over the 17-year-old.
1998: Return to Form
In 1998, Andre Agassi began a rigorous conditioning program and worked his way back up the rankings by playing in Challenger Series tournaments, marking a return to form.
1998: Return to Top 10 and ATP Most Improved Player of the Year
In 1998, Andre Agassi made a remarkable comeback, winning five titles and jumping from No. 110 to No. 6 in the rankings. Despite an early loss at Wimbledon, he reached ten finals and was named ATP Most Improved Player of the Year for the second time.
1999: Endorsement Deal with Schick
Between 1999, Agassi signed a multi-million dollar deal with Schick and became their worldwide spokesman.
1999: Career Grand Slam
By winning the 1999 French Open, Agassi completed a men's singles Career Grand Slam.
1999: Wimbledon Final Loss and US Open Win
In 1999, Agassi and Sampras met in the Wimbledon final, where Sampras won in straight sets. Sampras forfeited the No. 1 ranking to Agassi when injury forced him to withdraw from that year's US Open, which Agassi went on to win. They faced each other twice in the season-ending ATP Tour World Championships, with Sampras losing the round-robin match, but winning the final.
1999: Divorce from Brooke Shields
In 1999, Agassi divorced actress Brooke Shields.
1999: Renewal of Head Contract
In 1999, Agassi renewed his contract with Head.
1999: Agassi Wins Final Match Against Becker
In 1999, Agassi won their final match against Becker in three sets at Hong Kong.
1999: French Open Victory and Career Grand Slam
In 1999, Andre Agassi completed a Career Grand Slam by winning the French Open, beating Andrei Medvedev in a five-set final after coming back from two sets down. He became the fifth male player to achieve this feat and the first to win all four Grand Slam titles on three different surfaces.
1999: Tennis Masters Cup Runner-Up
In 1999, Andre Agassi lost in the Tennis Masters Cup final.
1999: Return to World No. 1
In 1999, Andre Agassi returned to the world No. 1 position after completing the Career Golden Slam at the French Open.
1999: Year-End No. 1 Ranking
In 1999, Andre Agassi was ranked as the year-end No. 1 in men's singles by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).
1999: French Open Win
In 1999, Andre Agassi won the French Open, becoming the most recent American man to do so.
1999: US Open Win and Year-End No. 1 Ranking
In 1999, Andre Agassi won the US Open, defeating Todd Martin in five sets. He also won the ATP Masters Series in Paris and ended the year as the No. 1 ranked player, breaking Sampras's six-year streak. He was runner-up to Sampras at the year-end Tennis Masters Cup.
1999: Rafter wins Sole Match on Clay
In 1999, Pat Rafter surprisingly won their sole match on clay against Andre Agassi at the Rome Masters.
January 2000: Switch to SFX Sports Group
In January 2000, Agassi switched management representation from IMG to SFX Sports Group.
2000: Endorsement Deal with Schick
Between 2000, Agassi signed a multi-million dollar deal with Schick and became their worldwide spokesman.
2000: Tennis Masters Cup Runner-Up
In 2000, Andre Agassi lost in the Tennis Masters Cup final.
2000: Australian Open Title and Wimbledon Semi-Finals
In 2000, Andre Agassi won his second Australian Open title, defeating Sampras and Kafelnikov. He reached the semi-finals at Wimbledon, losing to Rafter in a five-set match. He also reached the final of the Tennis Masters Cup in Lisbon, losing to Gustavo Kuerten.
2000: Rafter wins at Wimbledon
In 2000, Rafter took one of their Wimbledon encounters against Agassi, in a gruelling 5-setter.
2000: Agassi Defeats Sampras at Australian Open
In 2000, top-ranked Andre Agassi defeated No. 3 Pete Sampras in the semi-finals of the Australian Open in five sets. This was an important win for Agassi, who had lost 4 of the previous five matches against Sampras.
October 22, 2001: Marriage to Steffi Graf
On October 22, 2001, Agassi married Steffi Graf at their Las Vegas home in a private ceremony.
December 2001: Opening of Andre Agassi Cottage for Medically Fragile Children
In December 2001, the Andre Agassi Cottage for Medically Fragile Children, a 20-bed facility for developmentally delayed or handicapped children and children quarantined for infectious diseases, opened.
2001: Agassi defeats Federer at US Open
In 2001, Agassi defeated Federer at the US Open.
2001: Marriage to Steffi Graf
In 2001, Andre Agassi married fellow tennis player Steffi Graf.
2001: Australian Open Title Defense and US Open Quarterfinals Loss
In 2001, Andre Agassi successfully defended his Australian Open title. He lost to Rafter in the Wimbledon semi-finals and to Sampras in the US Open quarterfinals. He finished the year ranked No. 3, the only male player to finish a year in the top 3 in three different decades.
2001: Sampras Defeats Agassi at US Open
In 2001, Pete Sampras defeated Andre Agassi in the US Open quarterfinals in four sets. The match is considered one of the best in history. No breaks of serve occurred during the match, and reruns of the match are frequently featured on television, especially during US Open rain delays.
2001: Rafter wins at Wimbledon in 5 sets
In 2001, Rafter took one of their Wimbledon encounters against Agassi, in a gruelling 5-setter.
2001: Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy Opened
In 2001, the Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation opened the Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy in Las Vegas.
2001: Official All Star Café Closure
In 2001, the sports-themed restaurant chain, Official All Star Café, co-owned by Andre Agassi, closed down.
2002: Endorsement with Deutsche Telekom
In 2002, Agassi and Steffi Graf endorsed Deutsche Telekom.
2002: Got Milk? advertisement
In 2002, Agassi and his mother appeared in a Got Milk? advertisement.
2002: Agassi defeats Federer at Miami Open
In 2002, Agassi defeated Federer at the finals of the Miami Open.
2002: Endorsement with Kia Motors
In 2002, Agassi was sponsored by Kia Motors.
2002: Joins Tennis Channel and Partners with Michael Mina
In 2002, Andre Agassi joined the Tennis Channel and partnered with chef Michael Mina to start Mina Group Inc., opening 18 concept restaurants.
2002: Key Biscayne Title Defense and US Open Final Loss
In 2002, Andre Agassi missed the Australian Open due to injury, but defended his Key Biscayne title and reached the US Open final. He lost to Sampras in the final, which was the last match of Sampras's career. Agassi finished the year as the oldest year-end No. 2.
2002: Sampras defeats Agassi in US Open Final
In 2002, Pete Sampras defeated Andre Agassi in four sets in the US Open final. This was their third meeting in a US Open final, and the final ATP tour singles match of Sampras's career. En route to the final, Sampras defeated Tommy Haas and Andy Roddick, while Agassi defeated Lleyton Hewitt.
2002: US Open Final
In 2009, Agassi and Sampras met for the first time since the 2002 US Open final.
April 28, 2003: Recaptures No. 1 Ranking
On April 28, 2003, Andre Agassi became the oldest top-ranked male player since the ATP rankings began, at 33 years and 13 days old. The record was later surpassed by Roger Federer in 2018.
May 12, 2003: Lleyton Hewitt Takes Back No. 1 Ranking
On May 12, 2003, Lleyton Hewitt regained the No. 1 ranking from Andre Agassi, who had held it for two weeks.
June 16, 2003: Agassi Recaptures No. 1 Ranking Again
On June 16, 2003, Andre Agassi recaptured the No. 1 ranking, which he held for 12 weeks.
September 7, 2003: Surrendering No. 1 Ranking at US Open
On September 7, 2003, at the US Open semi-finals, Agassi lost to Juan Carlos Ferrero, surrendering his No. 1 ranking to him.
November 2003: Lifetime agreement with Head
In November 2003, Agassi signed a lifetime agreement with Head.
2003: Birth of Daughter Jaz Elle
In 2003, Agassi and Graf's daughter, Jaz Elle, was born.
2003: Endorsement with American Express and Deutsche Bank
In 2003, Agassi was sponsored by American Express and Deutsche Bank.
2003: Agassi wins against Chang at Miami Open
In 2003, Agassi won the last four of their matches against Chang at the Miami Open, where Chang was clearly past his prime.
2003: Australian Open Win
In 2003, Andre Agassi won the Australian Open, remaining the most recent American man to win the tournament.
2003: Eighth Grand Slam Title at Australian Open
In 2003, Andre Agassi won the eighth and final Grand Slam title of his career at the Australian Open, defeating Rainer Schüttler in the final.
2003: Federer defeats Agassi
In 2003, Federer began to turn the tide at the Masters Cup, when he defeated Agassi in both the round-robin and the final.
March 2004: Agreement with 24 Hour Fitness
In March 2004, Agassi signed a ten-year agreement worth $1.5 million a year with 24 Hour Fitness to open five Andre Agassi fitness centers by year-end.
2004: Investment in PURE Nightclub
In 2004, Agassi and Graf invested in PURE, a nightclub at Caesars Palace, marking their entry into the entertainment industry.
2004: Endorsement with Genworth Financial and Canon Inc.
In 2004, Agassi and Steffi Graf endorsed Genworth Financial and Canon Inc.
2004: Acquisition of Golden Nugget Las Vegas and Laughlin
In 2004, Andre Agassi was an equity investor of a group that acquired Golden Nugget Las Vegas and Golden Nugget Laughlin from MGM Mirage for $215 million.
2004: Cincinnati Masters Win and 800 Career Wins
In 2004, Andre Agassi won the Masters Series event in Cincinnati and reached 800 career wins. He finished the year ranked No. 8, making him one of the oldest players to finish in the top 10.
2004: Federer Prevails Over Agassi at US Open
In 2004, they played a quarterfinal match at the US Open that spanned over two windy days, with Federer eventually prevailing in five sets.
July 25, 2005: Signing with Adidas
On July 25, 2005, Agassi left Nike after 17 years and signed an endorsement deal with Adidas due to Nike's refusal to donate to his charities.
2005: Quarterfinal Loss at Australian Open and Rogers Cup Final
In 2005, Andre Agassi lost in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open and reached the final of the Rogers Cup, losing to Rafael Nadal. He won his fourth title in Los Angeles, but withdrew from several events due to injury.
2005: US Open Final and Year-End Top-10 Ranking
In 2005, Andre Agassi made an improbable run to the US Open final, winning three consecutive five-set matches before losing to Federer in the final. He finished the year ranked No. 7, tying Connors for the most times ranked in the top 10 at year's end.
2005: Federer defeats Agassi at US Open
In 2005, Federer defeated Agassi in four sets in the final of the US Open. The match was the last appearance by Agassi in a Grand Slam final. Federer and Agassi played on a helipad almost 220 meters above sea level at the hotel Burj al-Arab.
2005: Rafael Nadal broke open-era record
In 2005, Rafael Nadal broke Andre Agassi's open-era record for most consecutive victories by a male teenager, which Agassi had set in 1988.
2005: US Open Quarterfinal
In 2014, at the Camden Wealth Advisors Cup's final in Houston, Agassi beat James Blake for a rematch of their 2005 US Open quarterfinal.
August 2006: Joint venture with Kreiss Enterprises and launch of Agassi Graf Collection
In August 2006, Agassi and Graf developed a joint venture with high-end furniture maker Kreiss Enterprises, leading to the launch of a furniture line called the Agassi Graf Collection.
2006: Retirement from Tennis
Andre Agassi retired from the sport following the 2006 US Open.
2006: Final US Open and Retirement
In 2006, Andre Agassi had a dramatic run in his final US Open, winning against Andrei Pavel and Marcos Baghdatis before falling to Benjamin Becker. He received a standing ovation and delivered a retirement speech after his last match.
2006: Withdrawals and Retirement Announcement
In 2006, Andre Agassi had a poor start to the year due to injuries, withdrawing from the Australian Open and the entire clay-court season. He returned for Wimbledon, where he lost to Nadal and announced his plans to retire following the US Open.
September 5, 2007: Agassi as Guest Commentator
On September 5, 2007, Andre Agassi was a surprise guest commentator for the Andy Roddick/Roger Federer US Open quarterfinal.
2007: Endorsement with LVMH
In 2007, Agassi and Steffi Graf endorsed LVMH.
2007: Founding of Athletes for Hope
In 2007, along with several other athletes, Agassi founded the charity Athletes for Hope, which helps professional athletes get involved in charitable causes.
2007: Brand Ambassador for Longines
In 2007, watchmaker Longines named Agassi as their brand ambassador.
December 2008: Lawsuit against Steffi Graf
In December 2008, Agassi's childhood friend and former business manager, Perry Rogers, sued Steffi Graf for $50,000 in management fees.
2008: Estrangement from Perry Rogers
In 2008, Agassi became estranged from his childhood friend, business manager, lawyer, and agent, Perry Rogers.
November 2009: Publication of Open: An Autobiography
In November 2009, Agassi's autobiography, Open: An Autobiography, written with J. R. Moehringer, was published, detailing his childhood and his relationship with his father.
2009: Investment in viagogo
In 2009, Agassi and Graf invested in online ticket reseller viagogo and became board members and advisors of the company.
2009: Signing with CAA
In 2009, Agassi and Graf signed with Creative Artists Agency (CAA).
2009: Withdrawal from Fairmont Tamarack project
In 2009, Agassi and Graf, along with Bayview Financial LP, withdrew from the Fairmont Tamarack condominium hotel project in Donnelly, Idaho, due to difficult market conditions and delays.
2009: Agassi and Sampras meet in Macau
In 2009, Andre Agassi and Pete Sampras met in Macau for the first time on court since the 2002 US Open final. Sampras won the exhibition in three sets.
2009: Agassi Presents Trophy to Federer
In 2009, at the French Open, Agassi presented Roger Federer with the trophy after Federer completed his Career Grand Slam.
2009: Graduation rate at Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy
In 2009, the graduating class of Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy had a 100 percent graduation rate and expected a 100 percent college acceptance rate.
2009: Revelation of Relationship with Barbra Streisand
In his 2009 autobiography, Agassi wrote about dating Barbra Streisand in the early 1990s, highlighting the unconventional nature of their relationship.
March 2010: "Hit for Haiti" Charity Event
In March 2010, Andre Agassi and Pete Sampras participated in the "Hit for Haiti" charity event. Jokes were made at each other's expense, leading to Sampras intentionally striking a serve at Agassi's body. Agassi later apologized for crossing the line with his jokes.
September 1, 2010: Declaration of Independent Political Affiliation
On September 1, 2010, Agassi appeared on The Brian Lehrer Show and stated that he is registered as an Independent.
2010: Sale of PURE Nightclub
In 2010, Agassi and Graf sold their investment in PURE, the nightclub at Caesars Palace, to Angel Management Group.
2010: British Sports Book Award
In 2010, Agassi's book 'Open: An Autobiography' won the Autobiography category of the British Sports Book Awards.
2010: 7th Greatest Male Player of All Time
In 2010, Andre Agassi was named the 7th greatest male player of all time by Sports Illustrated.
July 9, 2011: Inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame
On July 9, 2011, Andre Agassi was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Newport, Rhode Island.
2011: Agassi Returns to Tour
In 2011, Agassi returned to the tour renamed for the PowerShares Series and participated in a total of seven events while winning two. Agassi beat Courier in the final of the Staples Champions Cup in Boston and later defeated Sampras at the CTCA Championships at his hometown Las Vegas.
October 2012: Announcement of Wet'n'Wild Las Vegas Water Park
In October 2012, Village Roadshow and investors, including Agassi and Graf, announced plans to build a new water park called Wet'n'Wild Las Vegas in Las Vegas.
2012: Introduction of BILT By Agassi and Reyes Fitness Equipment
In 2012, Agassi and Reyes introduced their own line of fitness equipment, BILT By Agassi and Reyes.
2012: Agassi Participates in Tournaments
In 2012, Agassi took part in five tournaments, winning three of those. In November, he won BILT Champions Showdown in San Jose, beating John McEnroe in the final. The following day, he defended his title of the CTCA Championships, while defeating Courier in the decisive match. In the series season finale, he beat Michael Chang for the Acura Champions Cup.
2012: Partnership with Jacobs Creek
Prior to the 2012 Australian Open, Agassi and Australian winemaker Jacobs Creek announced a three-year partnership and created the Open Film Series to share personal stories about moments that shaped his life.
May 2013: Opening of Wet'n'Wild Las Vegas
In May 2013, Wet'n'Wild Las Vegas water park, backed by Village Roadshow, Agassi, Graf, and other investors, officially opened to the public.
September 2013: Launch of Box Budd!es
In September 2013, the Andre Agassi Foundation for Education partnered with V20 Foods to launch Box Budd!es, a line of kids' healthy snacks.
2013: Endorsement with Nintendo and Longines
In 2013, Agassi and Steffi Graf endorsed Nintendo Wii, Wii Fit U, and Longines.
February 2014: Remodeling of University of Phoenix Building
In February 2014, Agassi remodeled the vacant University of Phoenix building in Las Vegas as a new school, called the Doral Academy West through the Canyon-Agassi Charter School Facilities Fund.
March 3, 2014: Agassi defeats Sampras in London exhibition
On March 3, 2014, Andre Agassi and Pete Sampras squared off for an exhibition in London for the annual World Tennis Day. Agassi came out on top in two straight sets.
August 2014: Opening of Doral Academy West
In August 2014, the Doral Academy West opened.
2014: Agassi Wins Both Tournaments
In 2014, Agassi won both tournaments he participated in. He beat James Blake for a rematch of their 2005 US Open quarterfinal at the Camden Wealth Advisors Cup's final in Houston, and defeated Blake again in Portland to win the title of the Cancer Treatment Centers of America Championships.
2015: Agassi Loses Final to Philippoussis
In 2015, Agassi took part in just one event of the PowerShares Series, losing to Mark Philippoussis in the final of the Champions Shootout.
May 2017: Agassi Coaches Djokovic
In May 2017, Andre Agassi returned to the tour as coach to Novak Djokovic for the French Open.
2017: Appearance in Love Means Zero
In 2017, Agassi appeared in the documentary film Love Means Zero, which highlighted the relationship between his coach Nick Bollettieri and him.
March 31, 2018: End of Partnership with Djokovic
On March 31, 2018, Andre Agassi announced the end of his partnership with Novak Djokovic, citing too many disagreements in the relationship.
May 2018: Career Prize Money
As of May 2018, Andre Agassi earned more than $30 million in prize-money during his career. He also earned more than $25 million a year through endorsements.
2018: Listing on Esquire's Best Sports Books
In 2018, Agassi's book was listed on Esquire as one of "The 30 Best Sports Books Ever Written".
2018: Federer surpasses Agassi
In 2018, Roger Federer surpassed Agassi as the oldest top-ranked male player since the ATP rankings began.
April 2025: Announcement of Professional Pickleball Debut
In April 2025, Agassi announced he would make his professional debut in the U.S. Open Pickleball Championships played April 26-May 3, 2025 in Naples, Florida.
May 3, 2025: Scheduled debut in U.S. Open Pickleball Championships
Agassi is scheduled to make his professional debut in the U.S. Open Pickleball Championships on May 3, 2025 in Naples, Florida.
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