Joining the junior tour in 1991, Henman got off to a rocky start, experiencing defeat in the early rounds of a number of tournaments. However, Henman fared far better in 1992, reaching the semi-finals of the Nottingham Open and National Junior Championships. From 1992-1993, Henman grew six inches and gained two stone in weight, giving him the reach and strength he needed to compete in professional tennis.
Tim rose from a rank of 774th in the world to 415th in just a few months, with increasing success in tour events, Tim’s rank continued to rise to within the top 200 players in the world by 1994. Tim’s drive and determination are related fantastically during talks as a tennis speaker, providing invaluable advice to anyone looking to realise ambitions in their own lives or within a corporation.
1996 was Henman’s breakthrough year, reaching the Quarter Finals of Wimbledon as well as the last 16 at the US Open. Tim was now firmly established as one of the best players in the world, joining an elite group including Lleyton Hewitt and Pete Sampras. By 2001, Tim was a firm favourite to win Wimbledon, however, could only manage to reach the Semi-Finals after facing Goran Ivanisevic in an epic rain stricken encounter. Nevertheless, such was his popularity in his sport, the British people famously renamed the grassed bank in front of the giant TV screen by number 1 court at Wimbledon, "Henman Hill".
Over the duration of his career, Tim reached the Semi-Finals of Wimbledon on 4 occasions and 2 further Grand Slam semis in 2004, making him one of the most consistent tennis players that Britain ever produced. He was British number 1 in 1996 and again from 1999 to 2005 and he reached a career-high ranking of No. 4 in 2002. As a sports speaker, Henman breaches the subjects of peak performance and maintaining success, engaging guests with compelling scenarios and intriguing techniques to be the best you can be.
In the 2004 New Year Honours, Tim was appointed an OBE. Having retired in 2007, Tim now has lots of experience of commentating and presenting for the BBC’s coverage of major tennis tournaments, Tim has become an eloquent and articulate personality both on and off-screen. His work as a TV presenter has allowed him to gain a reputation as a hugely knowledgeable and accomplished presenter, proving testament to his time as a national sports superstar. Tim’s broadcasting experience allows him to provide his services as an excellent event host or awards host, interacting with guests and ensuring everyone enjoys proceedings, perhaps whilst also providing a talk as a sports speaker.
