A veteran of sports broadcasting is calling end to his career.

Cliff Drysdale, the voice of ESPN's tennis coverage and the longest serving announcer at the company, had to wipe away tears following an emotional tribute as he prepares to retire.

Drysdale and ESPN are synonymous since the 84-year-old joined ESPN in 1979, the same year the company was launched.

Ever since the South African-born broadcaster has travelled the world to covering tennis from the biggest tournaments in the world, including Wimbledon, the Australian Open and the French Open.

ESPN pay tribute to Cliff Drysdale

After 46 years of service, the 2025 US Open will be Drysdale's final tournament but his fellow analysts were not going to let him go without a proper farewell.

A heartfelt tribute included an eight minute

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