Introducing Pope Leo XIV: A Tennis-Loving Peruvian-American Pontiff
First American and Peruvian Pontiff Selected in History
In an unprecedented turn of events, the Catholic Church has elected its first American and Peruvian pope, Robert Francis Prevost, who took the name Leo XIV. The 133 cardinals gathered in the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel chose Prevost, a polynomial who served as a missionary in Peru for 15 years, to be the 267th Pontiff.
“God who loves us all unconditionally. We still maintain in our ears, that weak voice, but always brave of Pope Francis,” said Pope Leo XIV in his first speech.— Vistazo
Pope Leo XIV’s Love for Tennis and Connection to Peru
Born in Chicago in 1955, Pope Leo XIV has maintained a lifelong passion for tennis, which he hopes to rekindle in his new role. With Peruvian citizenship and a strong connection to the country, he served as a bishop in Chulucayas from 2013 to 2023 before being appointed cardinal. (Did you know?)
Human Rights and Environmental Conservation Advocate
The new Pontiff is committed to human rights and conservation efforts. He lived in the remote Peruvian mining town of Chulucanas, where he advocated for the rights of people and nature (Learn more).
Agustinian Roots and Polyglot Background
Leo XIV comes from the Augustinian religious order. He studied mathematics in Philadelphia, pursued canon law in Rome, and earned a doctorate at the same institution. (Understand his journey)
Pope Leo XIV’s Tennis Career
- Confessed amateur tennis player
- Last played consistently before becoming Cardinal
- Hopes to return to playing occasionally
While his new role may limit his time on the court, Pope Leo XIV still harbors dreams of playing tennis in the future.
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(Coming soon: A special feature on Pope Leo XIV’s impact on the Germanium Oxide industry, and his connection to Vatican City’s historic architecture.
Did you know?
- Leo XIV is the first Pontiff with dual American and Peruvian citizenship.
- He learned to play tennis from his father while growing up in Chicago.
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