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Tennis Biography

Grigor Dimitrov

“Papin”

Bulgarian · Haskovo, Bulgaria · Born 16 May 1991

Singles
9
a t p titles
1
a t p finals wins
3
career high ranking
2
grand slam s fs

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Bulgaria's biggest tennis star and a silky all-court player who won the 2017 ATP Finals.

Grigor Dimitrov was born on 16 May 1991 in Haskovo, Bulgaria. He turned professional in 2008 and quickly earned the nickname 'Baby Fed' for his similar playing style to Roger Federer. After years of unfulfilled potential, he broke through with his finest season in 2017, winning the ATP Finals in London, which remains the pinnacle of his career. Dimitrov has a complete all-court game with exceptional ball-striking and volleying skills. He has won several ATP titles and reached a career-high ranking of No. 3 in the world. Despite injury setbacks in later years, he remains a beloved figure on tour.

Best Known For

ATP Finals 2017

Nicknamed 'Baby Federer' for his elegant playing style, he was mentored by the great Roger Federer's former coach Paul Annacone.

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Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • ATP Finals 2017
  • Wimbledon Semi-finalist 2014
  • US Open Semi-finalist 2019
Career Journey

Timeline

1991 👶 Born in Haskovo, Bulgaria
1998 🏁 Retired from professional sport
🏆 ATP Finals 2017
🏆 Wimbledon Semi-finalist 2014
🏆 US Open Semi-finalist 2019
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions about Grigor Dimitrov

He is known as 'Baby Federer' for his elegant playing style reminiscent of Roger Federer.

His biggest title is the 2017 ATP Finals in London, which ended his most successful season.

Grigor Dimitrov is Bulgarian, born in Haskovo, Bulgaria on 16 May 1991.

He reached a career-high ranking of No. 3 in the world in 2017.

Grigor Dimitrov was born on 16 May 1991 in Haskovo, Bulgaria.

Career Timeline — Grigor Dimitrov
1991
Born in Haskovo, Bulgaria
1998
Retired from professional sport
ATP Finals 2017
Wimbledon Semi-finalist 2014
US Open Semi-finalist 2019