Tennis star who made surprise Wimbledon final is now a real estate mogul
Wimbledon.
For those of you who may be unaware of the former World No.11, Washington shocked the world when he reached the 1996 Wimbledon final. While he was largely unfancied, he did amass a sizable amount of momentum by overcoming the then World No.1 Andre Agassi in the third round of the Essen Masters.
On his way to the final, he also saw off Thomas Enqvist and Todd Martin before losing to Dutchman Richard Krajicek.
But while his achievements with a racket in his hand are very impressive, he has amassed a spectacular reputation away from the court.
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According to Net Worth Post, Washington has amassed a net worth in the range of $5m and $10m. The same year he won Wimbledon hearts, he obtained a real estate licence that has proven to be the launchpad for his lucrative career.
He has a huge foothold in the bustling Jacksonville Beach real estate market, owning various properties in the area. In the same way he had an eye for tight angles and drop shots, he is able to spot minute changes in market trends and has excellent instincts for understanding the potential value of properties.
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Washingtons expertise also saw him be named as one of five winners of the National Association of Realtors Good Neighbour Awards. Best of all, his non-profit organisation The MaliVai Washington Youth Foundation (MWYF) continues to expand.
He founded the company in 1996 with the aim of providing mentoring and tennis lessons for children in the area of Durkeeville. After a knee injury forced him into retiring from the sport, he developed the MWYF into a centre for youths and teenagers.
Washington was beaten in straight sets in the final
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As well as tennis training, they also gain financial, academic, and leadership expertise. He may not boast a Grand Slam title, but he can divert peoples attention to the 100% high school graduation rate in his local neighbourhood.
Now that really is an ace achievement.
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