tommy paul

Biography

Overview
Paul reached new heights in 2024, climbing to a career-high No.12 in the PIF ATP Rankings after adding two more titles at Dallas and Queen’s Club. He made a successful Laver Cup debut at Vancouver 2023 after joining Team World as alternate in London the previous year when they captured their first title. An excellent mover whose natural athleticism and aggressive forehand carried him to a first Grand Slam semifinal at Australian Open 2023, Paul has a fearless approach that translates across all surfaces.

Off Court
Paul loves the outdoors, notably surfing and dirt-bike riding. Basketball, baseball and golf are also favorite pastimes for the American, who grew up playing on clay courts in North Carolina. To unwind, he loves to get away to his mother and stepfather’s farm in south Jersey. Paul grew up idolizing former world No.1 Andy Roddick. He lists the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL and the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA as his favorite teams. The 27-year-old is coached by Brad Stine.

Career
Paul kicked off the 2024 season winning his second title at Dallas and upset No.9 Casper Ruud to reach the semifinals at the ATP Masters 1000 in Indian Wells. He progressed to the semis at the ATP Masters 1000 in Rome on clay, with wins over Daniil Medvedev and Hubert Hurkacz, then won his third career title on grass at Queen’s Club. Paul excelled at Wimbledon, pushing eventual champion Carlos Alcaraz to four sets in their quarterfinal. He effortlessly transitioned back to clay for the Paris Olympics, reaching the quarterfinals in singles and winning the bronze medal with compatriot Taylor Fritz in the men’s doubles.

2024 Highlights
Winner: Dallas, Queen’s Club
Runner-up: Delray Beach
Semifinals: Indian Wells, Rome
Quarterfinals: Adelaide, ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Wimbledon, Paris Olympics
R16: US Open
Bronze Medal Doubles: Paris Olympics (w/Taylor Fritz)