From the June/July 2003 issue of Teen Vogue.

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Humble beginnings: "As a kid of 14, I thought I had better chances of winning the jackpot than I did of making it on the pro tour."

It's hard to imagine James Blake was once a teenager stricken with scoliosis. After enduring four awkward years in a backbrace, tennis's current boy wonder transformed himself into a Harvard All-American and a major contender on the international tour. James is known not only for his grace beyond the net, but also for his flamboyant sleeveless shirts and chunky dreadlocks. His bright smile and superstar charisma have won a few hearts as well. - Adam Laukhuf