Tennis Hall of Shame? Hall of Fame Embarrasses Itself, Rejects $10 Million Gift After Wild-Card Debacle

The International Tennis Hall of Fame just served up one of the most cringe-worthy moments in professional tennis—and it’s not just because of a billionaire’s weak backhand. The Hall made waves last week by handing hedge fund titan Bill Ackman, 59, a wild-card entry into the ATP Challenger event it hosts in Newport, Rhode Island. Ackman, a passionate tennis fan but very much not a professional athlete, paired up with former top-10 player Jack Sock in doubles—and got predictably steamrolled, … Continue reading Tennis Hall of Shame? Hall of Fame Embarrasses Itself, Rejects $10 Million Gift After Wild-Card Debacle