Marin Čilić

Croatian tennis player, 2014 US Open champion

Marin Čilić - Croatian tennis player, 2014 US Open champion
Born

September 28th, 1988
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Croatia

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Professional tennis player from Croatia achieved significant success in the sport. Won the 2014 US Open, marking a milestone in personal and national tennis history. Played for the Croatian Davis Cup team, contributing to the team's victory in 2005. Reached the ATP singles ranking of World No. 3, showcasing consistent performance on the tour. Part of numerous ATP tournament wins throughout a career that began in the early 2000s.

Won the 2014 US Open singles title

Helped Croatia win the 2005 Davis Cup

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