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. He achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 26 on January 12, 2026, and a doubles ranking of No. 104 on March 16, 2026. He is currently the highest-ranked French singles player.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2018: Major Main Draw Debut

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

2018: Roberto Bautista Agut Champion in Dubai

In February 2022 in Dubai, Rinderknech fell in the first round to Roberto Bautista Agut, the 2018 champion.

2019: Fabio Fognini Champion in Monte-Carlo

At the Monte-Carlo Masters, Arthur Rinderknech was eliminated in the first round by Fabio Fognini, the 2019 champion.

2020: French Open Singles and Doubles

In 2020, Rinderknech received a main draw invitation to singles at the French Open, where he lost in the first round to Aljaž Bedene. He also got a wildcard in doubles, partnering with Manuel Guinard, and the pair reached 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 July 19, 2021. Also at the Swiss Open Gstaad, Rinderknech defeated second seed Roberto Bautista Agut to reach the quarterfinals.

August 2021: Career High Ranking

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

November 2021: First ATP Final & Top 60 Debut

In November 2021, at the Moselle Open, Arthur Rinderknech reached his first ATP final partnering with Hugo Nys. Following a quarterfinal appearance at the Stockholm Open, he made his debut in the top 60 at World No. 58 on November 15, 2021.

2021: US Open Second Round

At the 2021 US Open, Arthur Rinderknech entered directly into the main draw for the first time and also reached the second round of a Grand Slam for the first time in his career defeating Miomir Kecmanović after a comeback.

2021: Wimbledon Championships Debut

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

2021: ATP Tour Debut in Marseille

In March 2021, Rinderknech qualified for the main draw of the Open 13 in Marseille, France, marking his debut on the ATP Tour. He reached the quarterfinals, defeating Alejandro Davidovich Fokina before losing to Ugo Humbert.

2021: First Top-20 Win at Lyon Open

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

January 2022: Adelaide International 2 Final and Top 50 Debut

In January 2022, Arthur Rinderknech reached his first final on the ATP Tour at the Adelaide International 2, leading to his debut in the world's top 50 at No. 48 on January 17, 2022. He also won his first match at the Australian Open, but withdrew from the second round due to a wrist injury.

October 2022: French No. 1 Ranking

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

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 Representing France

In 2022, Arthur Rinderknech started his season representing France at the ATP Cup. France ended in fourth place in Group B.

2023: France at the United Cup

Arthur Rinderknech started his 2023 season representing France at the United Cup. France ended second in Group F and didn't qualify for the knockout stage. He was defeated in the first round at the Adelaide International 2 and the Australian Open.

August 2024: Returns to Top 60

On August 12, 2024, Arthur Rinderknech returned to the top 60 in the rankings after reaching the third round of the National Bank Open in Montreal.

October 2025: Shanghai Masters Final and Top 30 Ranking

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

2025: US Open Fourth Round

At the 2025 US Open, Arthur Rinderknech reached the fourth round of a Grand Slam for the first time in his career.

2025: Runner-up at Shanghai Masters

In 2025, Arthur Rinderknech finished as a runner-up at the Shanghai Masters, an ATP 1000-level event, after being defeated by Valentin Vacherot in the final.