Ilie Năstase is a retired Romanian tennis player, born on July 19, 1946. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time, known for his exceptional skills and charismatic personality. Năstase was the first player to be ranked world No. 1 in the ATP rankings when they were introduced in 1973. Throughout his career, Năstase won two Grand Slam singles titles, the French Open in 1972 and the US Open in 1975. He also achieved significant success in doubles, winning multiple titles and representing Romania in the Davis Cup. His contributions to tennis have left a lasting legacy in the sport.