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Arthur Fils

Arthur Fils is a French professional tennis player born in Bondoufle, France, on 12 June 2004.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Arthur Fils is a French professional tennis player who was born on 12 June 2004 in Bondoufle, France. He turned professional in 2021 and has since become one of the leading young players on the ATP Tour, with a career-high singles ranking inside the world top 15. His game is known for power, athleticism, and an aggressive baseline style.

Early life and background

Fils was born in Bondoufle, France, and started playing tennis at a young age. Sources describe him as coming from a sports-oriented family, and he trained with the French Federation from age 12.

Professional career

He turned professional in 2021 and made a rapid rise on the ATP Tour. His early breakthrough came with his first ATP title at Lyon in 2023, and he later added more tour-level titles and strong results at major events.

Playing style

Fils is widely described as an aggressive, powerful baseliner with strong athleticism. Reports highlight his forehand, physicality, and emotional intensity as defining parts of his game.

Rankings and achievements

Fils has reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 14. By 2026, he had established himself as one of the most prominent young French players on the tour.

Key facts

  • Arthur Fils is a French male tennis player on the ATP Tour.
  • He was born in 2004 in Bondoufle, France, and began playing tennis at age five.
  • He turned professional in 2021.
  • He won his first ATP Tour title at Lyon in 2023 as a wildcard.
  • He reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 14.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Arthur Fils?
Arthur Fils is a French professional tennis player who competes on the ATP Tour.
When was Arthur Fils born?
He was born on 12 June 2004.
Where is Arthur Fils from?
He was born in Bondoufle, France.
When did Arthur Fils turn professional?
He turned professional in 2021.
What is Arthur Fils's career-high ranking?
His career-high ATP singles ranking is No. 14.
How many ATP singles titles has Arthur Fils won?
He has won 5 ATP singles titles.

References

  1. ESPNhttp://www.espn.com/tennis/player/_/id/10052/arthur-fils
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, handedness, turned pro, height, and ranking snapshot.
  2. Roland Garroshttps://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/players/47762-a.fils
    Supports: Birthplace, date of birth, nationality, and general player profile.
  3. Laver Cuphttps://lavercup.com/player/arthur-fils
    Supports: Turned pro, career-high ranking, birthplace, handedness, height, weight, and career title information.
  4. BNP Paribas Openhttps://www.bnpparibasopen.com/players/detail/arthur-fils
    Supports: Ranking history, injury-related season interruption, and early ATP title context.
  5. International Tennis Federationhttps://www.itftennis.com/en/players/arthur-fils/800487623/fra/mt/s/overview/
    Supports: Official player identification and nationality.