Career Timeline of Arthur Rinderknech: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Arthur Rinderknech built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Arthur Rinderknech is a French professional tennis player. His highest ATP singles ranking is world No. 24, achieved in May 2026, and his best doubles ranking is No. 104, reached in March 2026. He holds the position of the No. 2 singles player from France.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2018: Major Main Draw Debut

In 2018, Arthur Rinderknech made his major main draw debut as a wildcard at the French Open in doubles partnering Florian Lakat.

2019: Fabio Fognini champion at Monte-Carlo Masters

In 2019, Fabio Fognini was the champion at Monte-Carlo Masters.

2020: French Open

In 2020, Arthur Rinderknech received a main draw invitation to singles at the French Open, where he lost to Aljaž Bedene in the first round. He also got a wildcard in doubles, partnering with Manuel Guinard, reaching the second round.

July 2021: Top 100 Debut

In July 2021, Arthur Rinderknech reached the quarterfinals as a qualifier at the Swedish Open in Båstad, defeating 4th seed John Millman. As a result, he made his top 100 debut on 19 July 2021. At the Swiss Open Gstaad, Rinderknech defeated second seed and World No. 16 Roberto Bautista Agut to reach the quarterfinals.

August 2021: Kitzbühel Open Semifinal

In August 2021, Arthur Rinderknech reached the semifinals for the first time in his career at the Kitzbühel Open, losing to eventual winner Casper Ruud. Consequently, he reached a new career-high of World No. 79 on 2 August 2021.

November 2021: ATP Final & Top 60 Debut

In November 2021, Arthur Rinderknech reached his first ATP final in his career partnering Hugo Nys at the Moselle Open, where they were defeated by Hubert Hurkacz and Jan Zieliński. Following a quarterfinal appearance at the Stockholm Open, he made his debut in the top 60 at World No. 58 on 15 November 2021.

2021: US Open Debut

In 2021 at the US Open, Arthur Rinderknech entered directly into the main draw for the first time and reached the second round of a Grand Slam for the first time in his career, defeating Miomir Kecmanović after a comeback from two sets down 6–7(10), 3–6, 7–5, 6–3, 6–4.

2021: Wimbledon Championships Debut

In 2021, Arthur Rinderknech qualified for the Wimbledon Championships main draw for the first time. In the first round he lost to Oscar Otte in a supertiebreak 6–4, 3–6, 2–6, 7–6(5), 12–13(2).

2021: ATP Lyon Open Victory

In May 2021 at the ATP Lyon Open, Arthur Rinderknech recorded his first win, defeating 6th seeded Jannik Sinner, marking the first top-20 win in his career, and reaching his second career quarterfinal as a lucky loser.

January 2022: Adelaide International 2 and Australian Open

In January 2022, Arthur Rinderknech reached his first final on the ATP Tour at the Adelaide International 2, losing to Thanasi Kokkinakis. As a result, he debuted in the world's top 50 at No. 48 on 17 January 2022. He won his first match at the Australian Open, defeating Alexei Popyrin, but withdrew from the second round due to a wrist injury.

October 2022: French No. 1 Ranking

On 31 October 2022, Arthur Rinderknech became the French No. 1 in the rankings at world No. 42, ahead of Adrian Mannarino.

2022: Rolex Paris Masters Wildcard

In 2022, Arthur Rinderknech received a wildcard to participate in his home tournament, the Rolex Paris Masters, for a second year in a row.

2022: ATP Cup

In 2022, Arthur Rinderknech represented France at the ATP Cup, where France ended in fourth place in Group B. He lost his first match to Roman Safiullin of Russia, lost his second match to Jannik Sinner, and won his final match against James Duckworth of Australia.

2023: 2023 Season Start

In 2023, Arthur Rinderknech started his season representing France at the United Cup. France finished second in Group F and didn't qualify for the knockout stage. He also participated in the Adelaide International 2 and the Australian Open, facing defeats.

August 2024: National Bank Open

In August 2024, Arthur Rinderknech reached the third round of the National Bank Open in Montreal as a qualifier, returning to the top 60 in the rankings on 12 August 2024.

October 2025: Shanghai Masters Final and Top 30 Ranking

In October 2025, Arthur Rinderknech reached his first final at the Shanghai Masters 1000. As a result, he reached the top 30 at world No. 28 on 13 October 2025. He lost to Valentin Vacherot in the final.

2025: Runner-up at Shanghai Masters

In 2025, Arthur Rinderknech was a runner-up at the Shanghai Masters, an ATP 1000-level event, where he was defeated by Valentin Vacherot in the final.