Lloyd Harris Parents George Harris And Cecelia Harris Raised Two Successful Children In South Africa
Lloyd Harris parents George Harris and Cecelia Harris raised him in Cape Town. Lloyd mother Cecelia is a former tennis player.
Sports has been a massive part of the Harris family as Lloyd has established himself as a well-decorated tennis player, following his mom’s footsteps, as she used to play the game herself.
Similarly, the player’s sister is also a sports enthusiast who participates in golf, tennis, and skiing.
Harris is a professional tennis player from Cape Town, South Africa. The ATP has him rated as high as World No. 31, which he attained on September 13, 2021, making him the current No. 1 men’s singles player in Africa. He also reached a doubles world ranking of 108, a career-best on June 6, 2022.
The 24-year-old player has won 13 ITF singles championships and 4 ITF doubles titles, three ATP Challenger singles titles, two Challenger doubles titles, and 13 ITF Challenger singles titles.
Lloyd Harris Father George and Mother Cecelia Harris
Lloyd Harris parents George and Cecelia Harris are native to Cape Town. George and Cecelia raised two kids together.
Lloyd, inspired by his mother, took the tennis racket and a ball for the first time when he was four. Cecelia taught the game to the 13 ITF singles winner immediately after he started walking.
His late father, George, who used to work in hospital management, sadly passed away in 2018 while Lloyd was engaged in a tournament.
Cecelia, who used to play club tennis, now owns a sport line. She is active on Instagram under the username @tennisfanatic7, and usually shares pictures and videos of her family, especially her son.
Harris’s mom has over two hundred followers and is often seen alongside her son, cheering for and accompanying him during matches and practice. She is fond of traveling.
Lloyd has frequently talked about his folks and credits them for his success. He says that they sacrificed everything financially for him to reach the top of the tennis world. They backed him until they could only afford to fund one last tournament.
He qualified for two tournaments at the last one his folks could afford, reaching the quarterfinals of one and semifinals of the other.
Harris has stated that he is playing for his dad. The Cape town native has dedicated his games and wins to his late father, George.
Lloyd Harris Sister Monique Theron Harris
Lloyd Harris sister Monique Theron Harris is a photographer. Monique is married to Bartho Theron.
She is a photographer and event planner based in Cape Town. Theron is a massive sports enthusiast who loves playing golf and skiing. She also keeps tabs on American football and tennis and is often present in her brother’s games.
Monique describes herself as an adventure lover and dancefloor starter. Mrs. Theron is active on Instagram under the username @theron_monique7, with more than a thousand followers.
The photographer celebrates her birthday on October 31 every year. Lloyd regularly wishes his sibling on her special day via his social media with a picture of them together.
Monique tied the knot and exchanged vows with her best friend and husband, Bartho Theron, on December 4, 2021, at Murasie Wedding Venue. Lloyd was among the many close friends and families who attended the lavish wedding.
Lloyd Harris Family Life
Lloyd Harris has enjoyed some family time in recent years. Lloyd usually travels with his mum when he is not on the tennis court.
He was with his loved ones at Centre Court Convention Centre – Emperors Palace for SA Sports Awards in November 2017. The 25-year-old player won the Minister of Sport Excellence Award in that function.
The family of three has been sighted together in many other places. Lloyd was with his mom and sister in Florida, Paris, and Wimbledon. They are usually traveling, often for his tournaments and games.
