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Youngest Grand Slam singles champion

The current youngest grand slam singles champion record is 15 years, held by Charlotte “Lottie” Dod, set on July 6, 1887. Last checked October 10, 2026.

15

years

Charlotte “Lottie” Dod

Wimbledon Championships, London, United Kingdom, 1887

Holder
Charlotte “Lottie” Dod
Record
15 years
Exact figure
15 years, 285 days
Location
Wimbledon Championships, London, United Kingdom
Date set
July 6, 1887
Recognized by
All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (Wimbledon)
Last checked
October 10, 2026

Put it in perspective

Charlotte “Lottie” Dod lived through 15 years of history. Here is what changed along the way.

  1. Born1872
  2. Age 41876Bell patents the telephone
  3. Age 151887Sets the record: 15 years, 285 days

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