Jimmy Connors 1978 ATP Season – Match Results & Stats

1978 Season Stats Overview

In the 1978 ATP season, Jimmy Connors compiled a record of 68–6 across 74 matches, translating to a win rate of 91.9%. Throughout the 1978 season, Jimmy Connors claimed 10 titles: Philadelphia WCT, Denver, Memphis, Rotterdam WCT, Birmingham-2, Washington-2, Indianapolis, Stowe, US Open, Sydney-1.

Breaking down by surface, Jimmy Connors played on hard courts (18–1, 94.7%), clay courts (13–1, 92.9%) and grass courts (12–1, 92.3%).

At the Grand Slam level, Jimmy Connors went 13–1 (92.9%) across 14 matches. The best-of-five format adds an extra layer of physical and mental endurance, making these results particularly significant.

When it comes to deep runs in tournaments, Jimmy Connors reached 12 finals during the 1978 season, winning 10 and losing 2. Semifinal appearances total 12, and quarterfinal appearances 11. These figures highlight the ability to consistently advance through the draw.

Against players ranked in the ATP Top 10, Jimmy Connors's record in 1978 stands at 13–3 (81.3%). This positive record against elite opponents is a testament to the ability to raise the level of play in the biggest matches.

Jimmy Connors demonstrated the ability to string together victories, recording a best winning streak of 30 consecutive matches during the 1978 season.

Recent Form 1978: 8–2. Last 10: W W W W W W W L L W — excellent form to close out the season.