Thanasi Kokkinakis: ATP Profile and Career Highlights
Tennis Player Bio, Rankings, and Accomplishments
Profile and Biography
Athanasios "Thanasi" Kokkinakis (pronounced θəˈnɑːsi ˌkɒkɪˈnɑːkɪs) is an Australian professional tennis player. Born on April 10, 1996, in Adelaide, Australia, Kokkinakis has established himself as a rising star on the ATP Tour.
Rankings and Achievements
Kokkinakis has reached a career-high ranking of No. 65 in the PIF ATP Rankings. He has won six ATP Challenger Tour trophies and reached the quarterfinals of the 2015 French Open and the 2017 US Open. Kokkinakis is known for his powerful serve and aggressive baseline play.
In February 2023, Kokkinakis won the AnyTech365 Adelaide International 2, earning him a special exemption into the main draw of the Australian Open. He advanced to the second round of the tournament before losing to Andy Murray in a thrilling five-set match.
Playing Style and Coaching
Kokkinakis is a baseline player with a powerful serve and a strong forehand. He is known for his aggressive style of play, often hitting winners from both sides of the court. Kokkinakis is coached by Todd Langman, who has guided his development since 2016.
Recent News and Future Prospects
Kokkinakis has had a successful start to the 2023 season, reaching the semifinals of the Tata Open Maharashtra. He is currently ranked No. 100 in the world and is aiming to climb even higher in the rankings.
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