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Sebastian Korda

Sebastian Korda is an American professional tennis player.

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

Sebastian Korda is an American professional tennis player who has reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 15. He has won four ATP Tour titles across singles and doubles. As a leading North American player, he competes regularly on the ATP Tour, including events held in Canada such as the Canadian Masters.

Early life and background

Sebastian Korda was born on July 5, 2000, in Bradenton, Florida, and comes from a tennis family. His father, Petr Korda, was a former professional tennis player and Grand Slam champion, having won the 1998 Australian Open.

Junior career

Korda won the boys' singles title at the 2018 Australian Open. That victory established him as one of the leading junior players of his generation.

Professional career

Korda turned professional in 2018 and later won ATP Tour titles in both singles and doubles. His career-high singles ranking of world No. 15 came on August 12, 2024.

Notable achievements

His results include multiple ATP titles and strong runs at major tournaments, such as Wimbledon Championships. He has also reached a career-high doubles ranking of world No. 46 and has competed against top players like Alexander Zverev.

Key facts

  • Sebastian Korda is an American tennis player born in 2000.
  • He turned professional in 2018.
  • He reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 15 in August 2024.
  • He has won three ATP singles titles and one ATP doubles title.
  • He won the boys' singles title at the 2018 Australian Open.
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Canadian context

Korda is relevant to Canadian readers as a leading North American tennis player who competes regularly on the ATP Tour, including events held in Canada such as the Canadian Masters in Toronto or Montreal.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Sebastian Korda?
Sebastian Korda is an American professional tennis player known for reaching the ATP top 15 and winning ATP titles in singles and doubles.
When was Sebastian Korda born?
He was born on July 5, 2000.
What is Sebastian Korda's career-high ranking?
His career-high ATP singles ranking is world No. 15, achieved on August 12, 2024.
How many ATP titles has Sebastian Korda won?
He has won four ATP Tour titles in total: three in singles and one in doubles.
Who is Sebastian Korda's father?
His father is Petr Korda, a former professional tennis player and 1998 Australian Open champion.
What junior Grand Slam did Sebastian Korda win?
He won the boys' singles title at the 2018 Australian Open.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sebastian_Korda
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, career-high singles ranking, doubles ranking, and total ATP titles.
  2. ESPN — http://www.espn.com/tennis/player/_/id/3368/sebastian-korda
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, turned pro date, handedness, height, and hometown.
  3. BNP Paribas Open — https://www.bnpparibasopen.com/players/detail/sebastian-korda
    Supports: Career-high ranking, titles, recent injury notes, and player biography.
  4. US Open — https://www.usopen.org/amp/en_US/news/articles/2026-02-21/players_to_watch_sebastian_korda_reaches_his_tenth_tourlevel_final.html
    Supports: Career-high ranking, first ATP 500 title in Washington, and junior Australian Open title.