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Grigor Dimitrov

Grigor Dimitrov is a Bulgarian professional tennis player born on 16 May 1991 in Haskovo, Bulgaria.

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

Grigor Dimitrov is a Bulgarian professional tennis player born on 16 May 1991 in Haskovo, Bulgaria. He has reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 3 and has won nine ATP Tour singles titles, including the 2017 ATP Finals.

Early life and background

Grigor Dimitrov was born in Haskovo, Bulgaria, in 1991. He began his professional tennis career in 2008.

Professional career

Dimitrov reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 3 and has won nine ATP Tour singles titles. His biggest title is the 2017 ATP Finals, and he has also reached three Grand Slam semifinals.

Playing style

Dimitrov plays right-handed with a one-handed backhand. He is widely noted for an all-court style and strong shot-making.

Notable achievements

He is the most successful Bulgarian men’s tennis player in ATP rankings and titles. His achievements include reaching the top 3, winning the ATP Finals, and making multiple Grand Slam semifinal runs.

Key facts

  • Dimitrov is the highest-ranked Bulgarian singles player in ATP history.
  • He has won the ATP Finals once, in 2017.
  • He has reached three Grand Slam semifinals.
  • He has won nine ATP Tour singles titles.
  • He is known for a right-handed, one-handed backhand playing style.
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Canadian context

He has competed at Canadian tournaments such as the BNP Paribas Open-style ATP event coverage is not Canada-specific, but Canadian tennis fans follow him on the ATP Tour and in Grand Slam events held on North American hard courts.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Grigor Dimitrov?
Grigor Dimitrov is a Bulgarian professional tennis player who has reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 3 and won nine ATP Tour singles titles.
How old is Grigor Dimitrov?
He was born on 16 May 1991, which makes him 35 years old.
What is Grigor Dimitrov's ranking?
His career-high ATP singles ranking is world No. 3. Current ranking information is not provided consistently in the available sources.
Has Grigor Dimitrov won a Grand Slam?
No. He has not won a Grand Slam singles title, but he has reached three Grand Slam semifinals.
Who is Grigor Dimitrov dating?
Available sources report that he was publicly linked with Mexican actress Eiza González in 2025, but relationship status can change and is not confirmed by an official player source.
What is Grigor Dimitrov's net worth?
An exact verified net worth is not provided in the available sources. Unverified reports have estimated it at around US$12 million, but this should be treated cautiously.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grigor_Dimitrov
    Supports: Birth date, Bulgarian nationality, career-high ATP singles ranking, and ATP Tour singles titles.
  2. BNP Paribas Open — https://bnpparibasopen.com/players/detail/grigor-dimitrov
    Supports: Birth date, age, birthplace, right-handed play, top Bulgarian status, ATP Finals title, and Grand Slam semifinal count.
  3. Mouratoglou — https://www.mouratoglou.com/en/Professionals/grigor-dimitrov/
    Supports: Age, best ATP ranking, right-handed one-handed backhand, and ATP Finals title.
  4. Laver Cup — https://lavercup.com/player/grigor-dimitrov
    Supports: Age, birthplace, turned pro year, career-high ranking, and career titles.
  5. BolaVip — https://bolavip.com/en/tennis/grigor-dimitrov-profile
    Supports: Reported relationship with Eiza González and unverified net worth estimate.