Alexei Popyrin

Biography

Alexei Popyrin’s journey through the world of tennis has been nothing short of remarkable. Starting off as a standout player in Australia's U12 tournaments, Alexei showcased his talent early by securing victories in both the singles grass court and doubles clay court championships.

His leap into the international scene came in 2013 when he began competing on the ITF junior circuit. 2016 was a pivotal year as he clinched his first professional win at an Italian ITF Futures tournament, marking the beginning of a promising career.

Alexei's 2017 season saw him achieve junior glory by securing 22 consecutive matches victories and sweeping titles across various tournaments, including the prestigious French Open junior singles title. This streak underscored his potential and determination.

In 2018, Alexei marked his entry into the ATP World Tour by qualifying for the Sydney International and made his grand slam debut at the Australian Open. He gained his first grand slam victory in 2019, defeating Mischa Zverev, and continued to build on his success, making significant strides in all four grand slams that year.

Alexei's performance at the US Open was particularly noteworthy when he defeated Grigor Dimitrov, a top-20 opponent. By 2021, he had established himself with a world ranking of 61. The 2023 home slam was another highlight with a stunning victory over Taylor Fritz, advancing to the third round.

In 2024, Alexei continued to impress by reaching the second round of the Australian Open and making it to the semi-finals of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open. His remarkable performance at the Monte-Carlo Masters, where he defeated defending champion Andrey Rublev, further cemented his reputation as a formidable player on clay.

Alexei Popyrin, with his relentless spirit and impressive track record, remains a player to watch as he continues to make his mark on the tennis world.