Frances Tiafoe's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Frances Tiafoe.

Frances Tiafoe Jr. is an American professional tennis player who achieved a career-high ranking of world No. 10 in singles on June 19, 2023. He holds the distinction of being the first Sierra Leonean American man to break into the top 10 of the ATP rankings.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

December 2013: Orange Bowl Win

In December 2013, Frances Tiafoe became the youngest player to win the Orange Bowl, a high-tier Grade A event on the ITF Junior Circuit, defeating Stefan Kozlov in the final.

2013: Orange Bowl Win

In 2013, at the age of 15, Frances Tiafoe won the Orange Bowl, becoming the youngest-ever boys' singles champion of the tournament.

March 2015: First Professional Title

In March 2015, Frances Tiafoe claimed his first professional title by winning the ITF Futures tournament at Bakersfield.

August 2015: USTA Junior National Championship

In August 2015, Frances Tiafoe capped his junior career by winning the USTA Junior National Championship, earning a wild card into the main draw at the 2015 US Open.

2018: Delray Beach Open Win

In 2018, Frances Tiafoe won his first ATP title at the Delray Beach Open, becoming the youngest American man to win an ATP Tour tournament since Andy Roddick in 2002.

2021: Wimbledon Win Against Tsitsipas

In 2021, Frances Tiafoe defeated world No. 4 Stefanos Tsitsipas in the first round of Wimbledon, marking his first win against a top-5 player. He also won the Nottingham Open.

June 2023: Career High Ranking

In June 2023, Frances Tiafoe achieved a career-high singles ranking of world No. 10, becoming the first Sierra Leonean American man to reach the top 10 in the ATP rankings.