Art Larsen 1925 – 2012

Biography

Art Larsen was born on April 17, 1925, in Hayward, California, during a transformative era for American sports. He would go on to establish himself as a notable figure in tennis, competing during a significant period in the sport’s history. His career reflected the dedication and skill required to compete at the highest levels of the game during the mid-twentieth century.

Throughout his life, Larsen remained connected to the San Francisco Bay Area, the region that shaped his early years. His contributions to tennis left an impression on those who followed the sport during his era. Though details of his later years remain private, his athletic achievements remained part of the historical record of American tennis.

Art Larsen passed away on December 7, 2012, in San Leandro, California, at the age of 87. He left behind a legacy as an American tennis player who competed during one of the sport’s most vibrant periods. Those who knew him and appreciated his dedication to tennis remembered the passion he brought to the game throughout his life.