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Tennis Biography

David Ferrer

“Thuram fils”

Spanish · Jávea, Spain · Born 2 April 1982

Singles
27
a t p titles
5
davis cup titles
3
career high ranking
1
grand slam finals

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Spain's iron warrior who won the Davis Cup and was one of the most consistent players of his era.

David Ferrer was born on 2 April 1982 in Javéa, Spain. He turned professional in 2000 and spent over 15 years as one of the world's best players. Known for exceptional fitness, relentless baseline tenacity and incredible work rate, Ferrer reached a career-high ranking of No. 3 in the world. He reached the Roland Garros final in 2013 and won five Davis Cup titles with Spain. Ferrer retired in 2019 at the Barcelona Open, receiving a moving tribute. He won 27 ATP titles and is regarded as the best player of his generation never to win a Grand Slam.

Best Known For

Roland Garros Finalist 2013

He is widely regarded as the best player of his generation never to win a Grand Slam — and one of the hardest workers in the sport's history.

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Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • Roland Garros Finalist 2013
  • Davis Cup 2000
  • Davis Cup 2003
  • Davis Cup 2004
  • Davis Cup 2008
  • Davis Cup 2009
  • Davis Cup 2011
Career Journey

Timeline

1982 👶 Born in Jávea, Spain
🏆 Roland Garros Finalist 2013
🏆 Davis Cup 2000
🏆 Davis Cup 2003
🏆 Davis Cup 2004
🏆 Davis Cup 2008
🏆 Davis Cup 2009
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions about David Ferrer

He reached the Roland Garros final in 2013 but never won a Grand Slam despite being ranked No. 3 in the world.

He is renowned for extraordinary fitness, work rate, and relentless baseline tenacity.

David Ferrer is Spanish, born in Javéa, Spain.

David Ferrer was born on 2 April 1982 in Javéa, Spain.

Ferrer retired in 2019 at the Barcelona Open, his home tournament, in an emotional farewell.

Career Timeline — David Ferrer
1982
Born in Jávea, Spain
Roland Garros Finalist 2013
Davis Cup 2000
Davis Cup 2003
Davis Cup 2004
Davis Cup 2008
Davis Cup 2009
Davis Cup 2011