Stefanos Tsitsipas is a former world No. 3 and one of the most accomplished clay-court players of his generation, with three Monte Carlo Masters titles (2021, 2022, 2024) and 12 ATP titles in all. Born in Athens on 12 August 1998, the Greek won the ATP Finals as a 21-year-old in 2019 and has reached two Grand Slam finals — the 2021 French Open and the 2023 Australian Open. Built around one of the finest one-handed backhands in modern tennis, his game is at its most dangerous on clay, and a maiden Grand Slam title remains the defining goal of his career.

Player Profile

Detail	Info
Full name	Stefanos Tsitsipas
Date of birth	12 August 1998
Nationality	Greek
Height	6ft 4in / 193cm
Plays	Right-handed (one-handed backhand)
Turned pro	2016
Coach	Apostolos Tsitsipas (father)
Highest ranking	World No. 3
Grand Slam titles	0 (2 finals)

Current World Ranking & Recent Form

Tsitsipas is a former world No. 3 whose ranking has fluctuated in recent seasons as he searches for the consistency that once made him a permanent top-five fixture. The clay-court season remains his strongest opportunity to climb, with Monte Carlo a tournament where he has historically excelled. For his live results, current tournament and next opponent, see our Stefanos Tsitsipas next match guide.

Selected career results:

Tournament	Result	Final / notable
Monte Carlo Masters 2024	Champion	def. Casper Ruud 6-1, 6-4 — third Monte Carlo title
Monte Carlo Masters 2022	Champion	def. Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 6-3, 7-6(3)
Monte Carlo Masters 2021	Champion	def. Andrey Rublev 6-3, 6-3 — first Monte Carlo title
ATP Finals 2019	Champion	Season-ending title aged 21

Playing Style & Strengths

Tsitsipas is an aggressive all-court player whose game is built on one of the most elegant one-handed backhands in modern tennis. His backhand down the line is a signature shot that he uses to create angles and finish rallies. He generates heavy topspin from the forehand side, pushing opponents deep behind the baseline, and his serve is a genuine weapon at 6ft 4in.

On clay, Tsitsipas is a different calibre of player. His heavy topspin, patient point construction and ability to vary the pace make him exceptionally difficult to beat on the surface, as his three Monte Carlo titles and French Open final attest. On harder surfaces his one-handed backhand can be targeted with heavy kick serves, and his consistency under pressure has been questioned at the majors, where he has twice been unable to convert strong positions in finals.

Career Highlights & Grand Slam Record

Year	Grand Slam	Result	Final opponent
2021	French Open	Runner-up	Novak Djokovic
2023	Australian Open	Runner-up	Novak Djokovic

Stat	Figure
ATP titles	12
Grand Slam finals	2 (2021 French Open, 2023 Australian Open)
Masters 1000 titles	3 (all Monte Carlo: 2021, 2022, 2024)
ATP Finals	Champion (2019)
Highest ranking	World No. 3

Head-to-Head Records

Tsitsipas has tested himself repeatedly against the best of his era. Novak Djokovic has dominated their rivalry — including both of Tsitsipas’ Grand Slam final defeats — while his meetings with Daniil Medvedev have produced some of the most charged exchanges on tour.

Opponent	Tsitsipas	Opponent	Note
Novak Djokovic	2	12	Djokovic dominant; includes the 2021 FO and 2023 AO finals
Daniil Medvedev	Medvedev leads		Heated rivalry with off-court edge
Alexander Zverev	Closely contested		Generational rivalry across all surfaces

For full head-to-head comparisons, visit our tennis head-to-head records hub.

Tournament Schedule

Tsitsipas contests all four Grand Slams and the full ATP Masters 1000 calendar. His strongest surface by far is clay, and Monte Carlo — where he has won three titles — is the highlight of his year. For his current entry list, draw, next opponent and how to watch, see our Stefanos Tsitsipas next match guide and the ATP Tour hub.

Stefanos Tsitsipas Betting Tips & Predictions

Tsitsipas is a player whose value is almost entirely surface-dependent. On clay, particularly at Monte Carlo, he is one of the best in the world and his prices often underestimate his chances. On hard courts his inconsistency makes him a riskier proposition. The standout outright narrative remains whether he can finally convert his clay-court pedigree into a maiden Grand Slam title.

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FAQs

What is Stefanos Tsitsipas’ career-high ranking?

Tsitsipas reached a career-high of world No. 3. Track the live standings on our ATP rankings page.

Has Stefanos Tsitsipas won a Grand Slam?

Not yet. Tsitsipas has reached two Grand Slam finals: the 2021 French Open and the 2023 Australian Open, losing both to Novak Djokovic.

How many Monte Carlo titles has Tsitsipas won?

Three (2021, 2022 and 2024), making him one of only a handful of players in history to win the event three times and the most successful active player at the tournament.

Where is Stefanos Tsitsipas from?

Tsitsipas was born in Athens, Greece, on 12 August 1998.

What surface does Stefanos Tsitsipas play best on?

Clay is comfortably his strongest surface. His three Monte Carlo titles and 2021 French Open final underline his pedigree on the dirt.

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