Grigor Dimitrov
Tennis player and ATP Finals champion
Born
May 16th, 1991
34 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Bulgaria
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A Bulgarian tennis player achieved significant success on the ATP Tour. In 2017, captured the ATP Finals title, marking a career milestone. Other notable achievements include winning the 2014 ATP Tour Finals and securing multiple ATP singles titles, demonstrating consistent high-level performance. Known for a strong all-court game and a one-handed backhand, this athlete has been ranked as high as No. 3 in the world. Competed in all major Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the semifinals of Wimbledon in 2014 and the Australian Open in 2017. Continues to represent Bulgaria in international tennis competitions.
Won the ATP Finals in 2017
Reached the semifinals at Wimbledon in 2014
Achieved No. 3 ranking in ATP singles
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