Wayne Black is now amassing five star ratings instead of Grand Slam titles.
The doubles ace, 50, won four major championships during his time in tennis, winning a title at each Grand Slam tournament. His success came when he decided to walk away from the singles circuit and become a master in doubles.
Now things are different for the 5ft 7in pocket rocket, as he has created the ultimate luxury hotel back in his homeland Zimbabwe. If we are to be a judge on appearances, it looks fit for any Grand Slam winner you could think off.
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After initially moving to England and playing club tennis in Sutton when he retired, Black and his family moved back to Zimbabwe to set up the Willow Lodge Harare – a beautiful hotel located near Victoria Falls.
The luxury pad, which has a swimming pool, a tennis court, an exotic garden, king size beds that look as wide as a tennis court and a variety of conference rooms for those who are on business, currently boasts a five star rating on Trip Advisor.
He runs the hotel with his wife and former Kazakhstani tennis player Irina Selyutina. Black made an estimated £2.6million from his tennis career and it’s likely a large chunk of it went into investing in the hotel.
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Rooms range from £122 to £260 per night. The website says: “Our property is the perfect marriage between secluded, nature-inspired living and access to the city and urban surrounds.
“When you are staying at Willow Lodge, you will feel as though you are staying in one of the cosiest boutique hotels in the area. This is because we strive to offer a ‘home-away-from-home’ atmosphere, with personalised attention.
“If it’s a warm welcome, memorable stay and luxurious convenience you’re after, Willow Lodge should be your first choice. Our ability to offer guests our unique brand of hospitality and individual care is what sets us apart.
“Our unique blend of luxury and affordability is something to look forward to, whether this is your first time in Africa or your hundredth!”
