Alex Michelsen's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Alex Michelsen.

Alex Michelsen is an American professional tennis player. His highest ATP singles ranking is world No. 32, which he reached on March 3, 2025. His highest doubles ranking is No. 75, achieved on February 24, 2025.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2006: Donald Young's Easter Bowl win

In 2006, Donald Young was the last American to win both the singles and doubles titles at the Easter Bowl before Michelsen in 2022.

2017: Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe win at Miami Open

In 2017, Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe were both winners at the Miami Open, achieving the same feat as Alex Michelsen, who became the youngest American player to win a match at the BNP Paribas Open at the age of 19.

November 2022: Won First ITF Tour Title in East Lansing

In November 2022, Michelsen won his first title on the ITF Tour in East Lansing.

2022: Won Easter Bowl singles and doubles title and Wimbledon Boys' doubles title

In 2022, Michelsen won the singles and doubles title at the Easter Bowl, becoming the first American champion in both disciplines since 2006. He also won the 2022 Wimbledon Boys' doubles title with Sebastian Gorzny.

September 2023: Reached Career High Ranking after US Open

On 11 September 2023, as a result of his performance at the US Open, Alex Michelsen reached a new career high of No. 117. He also entered the mixed doubles competition with Robin Montgomery and reached the second round on his debut.

May 2024: Reached top 65 and first ATP clay court quarterfinal

In May 2024, Alex Michelsen reached the top 65 in the singles rankings. He reached his first ATP clay court quarterfinal with a win over Taylor Fritz at the Geneva Open.

August 2024: Second Round at Cincinnati Open, Improved Ranking, and Semifinals at Winston-Salem Open

In August 2024, Alex Michelsen reached the second round at the Cincinnati Open and improved his career-high to world No. 52. He also reached his first ATP and Masters 1000 doubles final. At the Winston-Salem Open, he reached the semifinals and reached the top 50.

2024: Reached Third Round at Australian Open and Top 75 Ranking

In 2024, Michelsen reached the third round at the Australian Open, defeating James McCabe and Jiří Lehečka. As a result, he reached the top 75 in the singles rankings.

February 24, 2025: Achieved ATP Doubles Ranking No. 75

On February 24, 2025, Alex Michelsen achieved a doubles ranking of No. 75.

March 3, 2025: Achieved ATP Singles Ranking No. 32

On March 3, 2025, Alex Michelsen achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 32.

2025: Reached Fourth Round of Major at Australian Open

In 2025, at the Australian Open, Alex Michelsen defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas, James McCabe and Karen Khachanov to reach the fourth round of a major for the first time in his career.