Athletes who died on July 3

Take a focused look at the athletes who passed away on July 3. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1995 Pancho Gonzalez

  Pancho Gonzalez was an American tennis player renowned for his powerful serve and dominance during the 1950s and early 1960s. Widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players in history, Gonzalez won multiple Grand Slam titles and was the world No. 1 professional player for eight years. His athleticism, competitiveness, and longevity in the sport made him a legendary … [bio]