Clijsters, Roddick head Hall of Fame's Class of 2017

Belgium's Kim Clijsters hits a shot during a practice session at Melbourne Park, Australia, January 17, 2016. REUTERS/Thomas Peter

(Reuters) - Former world number one players Kim Clijsters and Andy Roddick headlined the International Tennis Hall of Fame's list of 2017 inductees announced on Monday.

Belgium's Clijsters, bolstered by a powerful baseline game and remarkable defensive skills on court, captured 41 singles titles during her career, including four grand slam titles.