16 moments in Lleyton Hewitt's career worth celebrating.

January 21, 2016

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18 years of professional tennis. 30 career titles. A highlight as the youngest ranked No.1 tennis player. Lleyton Hewitt ended his career last night on home soil with a valiant game against Spain’s David Ferrer.

While he finished as one of the country’s most respected players, mentor and family man, it was his early bad boy behaviour and spark, as well as his talent that made him such a memorable figure in Aussie tennis.

We look back at the highlights of Lleyton Hewitt’s career. (Watch: Mamamia TV show us how to do a yogi stretch.)

1. The beginning

Hewitt’s professional career started in 1998, winning the Next Generation Adelaide International after beating world No.1 Andre Agassi in the semi-finals.

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2. The C'mon

Hewitt's signature move "Come On' made its appearance early on, although he always displayed enthusiasm on the court.

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Memorable moments from Lleyton Hewitt

Lleyton Hewitt wins the 2001 US Open.Image via Getty

Lleyton Hewitt Davis Cup 2003Hewitt holds many Davis Cup records including most wins and most years played. Image: Getty

Sorbent Ad, 2003He may have bowed out of Wimbledon early, but he remained in the Sorbent Absorbent adverts for a while longer.

2004 during his hat back era.His signature move makes another appearance. Image: Getty

Lleyton Hewitt loses Australian Open 2005 in final.Image: Getty

Bec Cartwright supporting Lleyton in 2005After just six weeks, Hewitt proposed to actress Bec Cartwright. They've been married for 11 years and have 3 children.

Lleyton Hewitt in 2008Hewitt reached 500 wins in 2008. Image: Getty

Lleyton Hewitt in 20092009 marked Hewitt's return to the top 20. Image: Getty

The family man.Hewitt with his children, 2015. Image: Instagram (@lleytonhewitt89)

Out on the town with Bec.Instagram (@lleytonhewitt89)

Lleyton Hewitt, 2016Lleyton Hewitt farewells the game after his loss to David Ferrer. Image: Getty.

Farewell, Lleyton.Hewitt does one last C'mon with his family by his side. Image: Getty.

Here's to Rusty.

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