Stefanos Tsitsipas was born in Athens, Greece. With a single-handed backhand as smooth as a whistle, Tsitsipas has won over thousands of tennis buffs. He achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 3 in August 2021, and is currently ranked No. 12 by the ATP. Tsitsipas has won 11 ATP singles titles till date, including one Nitto ATP Finals and three Masters 1000 Monte Carlo titles. He won his 11th title at the 2024 Monte Carlo Masters, where he defeated Casper Ruud in straight sets in the final. Tsitsipas has also played in two major finals till date, the 2021 French Open, where he lost to Novak Djokovic in five sets, and the 2023 Australian Open, losing to Djokovic again.
Stefanos Tsitsipas is an all-court player, whose playing style can be described as an aggressive baseliner. He has a great first serve and his forehand is considered one of the best on the tour. According to the ATP website, he has won over $31.7 million in prize money till date. His net game has also improved over time, and the Greek star can often be seen volleying and finishing points. It is possibly an asset that his coaches Mark Phillippousis and Apostolos Tsitsipas have added to his game.
How Old is Stefanos Tsitsipas?
Stefanos Tsitsipas was born on August 12, 1998, and is 26-years-old. He shares his birthday with tennis legend Pete Sampras. He currently lives in Monte-Carlo, and is coached by his father.
Stefanos Tsitsipas' parents are Apostolos Tsitsipas, born on December 24, 1967, and Julia Apostoli, who was born on August 13, 1964. His father is his long-time coach, and is a part of his setup till date. His mom, Julia, used to play tennis professionally and is often seen cheering for her son at events. She was ranked No. 194 in the world and retired in 1995.
How Tall is Stefanos Tsitsipas?
Stefanos Tsitsipas is 6'4" or 193 cm tall. His tall figure gives him an advantage in terms of the venom that his shots possess. The 26-year-old can have a higher strike point, as well as an improved reach in comparison to his opponents. Moreover, this significantly boosts his ace count. On the flip side, he can potentially find it hard to lay low and receive certain balls, which can be particularly tricky on grass. Along with his height, Stefanos Tsitsipas weighs 90 kg or 198 lbs.
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FAQs
A. Stefanos Tsitsipas’ net worth is estimated at around $25 million.
A. Stefanos Tsitsipas turned pro in 2016.
A. Stefanos Tsitsipas has not won any Grand Slams yet, as of 2024.
A. Stefanos Tsitsipas’ girlfriend is Spanish tennis player Paula Badosa.
