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The stars, rising names and legends of tennis — profiles, styles and career highlights.

The stars, rising names and legends shaping tennis today. Filter by tour, tap a name for the full profile, and follow the latest player stories on the blog.

ATP
United States · b. 2002

Ben Shelton

Lefty serve cannon with athletic, high-energy shotmaking

  • Reached the 2026 US Open final
  • Won his first Masters 1000 title in Toronto in 2025
ATP
Denmark · b. 2003

Holger Rune

Fiery all-courter with a sharp backhand and feel

  • Won the 2022 Paris Masters, beating Djokovic in the final
  • Reached a career-high ranking of world No. 4
ATP
Brazil · b. 2006

João Fonseca

Ferocious forehand and fearless shotmaking

  • 2023 US Open boys' singles champion
  • Won his first ATP title in Buenos Aires in 2025
Legend
Spain · b. 1986

Rafael Nadal

Heavy lefty topspin and unmatched intensity

  • 22 Grand Slam singles titles
  • A record 14 Roland Garros titles

Photos via Wikimedia Commons under free licenses (see each credit) or from official network sites. Career facts as of October 2026 — rankings change weekly; see how rankings work.

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