Howard Fendrich, award-winning AP national sports writer and tennis expert, dies at 55
Howard Fendrich, a prominent national sports writer for the Associated Press, has passed away at the age of 55. He was known for his detailed coverage of tennis and Olympic events, having reported on numerous Grand Slam tournaments and Olympic Games. Fendrich's contributions to sports journalism were widely recognized, and he is remembered fondly by colleagues and athletes alike.
- ▪Howard Fendrich died at Johns Hopkins Hospital after being diagnosed with cancer in February.
- ▪He covered tennis for over two decades and reported on around 70 Grand Slam tournaments.
- ▪Fendrich was praised for his insightful writing and was a beloved figure in the sports journalism community.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onHoward Fendrich, award-winning AP national sports writer and tennis expert, dies at 55Howard Fendrich, a longtime national sports writer for The Associated Press, has died at 55ByEDDIE PELLS AP national writerMay 21, 2026, 1:49 PM0:56FILE - Associated Press sports writer Howard Fendrich is shown in this undated file photo.
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