History of Pedro Martínez (tennis) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 4, 2025

Pedro Martínez Portero is a Spanish professional tennis player. He reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 36 on February 24, 2025. In doubles, his highest ranking was No. 51, achieved on May 16, 2022. He is currently ranked as the No. 3 Spanish player.

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April 1997: Pedro Martínez Born

Pedro Martínez was born in April 1997. He is a Spanish professional tennis player.

2013: Junior Davis Cup Win

In 2013, Pedro Martínez won the Junior Davis Cup, marking a significant achievement in his junior career.

2018: ATP Main Draw Debut

In 2018, Martínez made his ATP main draw debut at the Grand Prix Hassan II after successfully qualifying for the singles main draw.

2019: Grand Slam Singles Debut

In 2019, Pedro Martínez made his Grand Slam debut in the main draw at the French Open in singles.

June 2020: Rio Open Quarterfinal and French Open Third Round

In June 2020, Pedro Martínez reached his first ATP quarterfinal at the Rio Open in Brazil and also reached the third round of the French Open in singles.

October 2020: Enters Top 100

On 12 October 2020, as a result of his performance at the French Open, Pedro Martínez entered the top 100 in singles, achieving a World No. 97 ranking.

2020: Grand Slam Doubles Debut

In 2020, Pedro Martínez made his Grand Slam debut in doubles with Christian Garin at the French Open.

June 2021: French Open Semifinals and Top 100 Doubles Debut

In June 2021, Pedro Martínez reached the semifinals of the French Open in doubles with Pablo Andujar. As a result, on June 14, 2021, he made his top 100 debut in doubles at world No. 95.

August 2021: First ATP Final and Career High Rankings

In August 2021, Pedro Martínez reached his first ATP final at the Generali Open Kitzbühel and achieved new career-high singles ranking of world No. 76 and a doubles ranking of No. 88 on August 2, 2021.

September 2021: US Open Win and Career High Ranking

In September 2021, Pedro Martínez recorded his first win at the US Open and reached a career high ranking of world No. 59 on September 13, 2021 after winning the Challenger in Seville.

October 2021: Kremlin Cup Quarterfinal and Career High Ranking

In October 2021, Pedro Martínez reached the quarterfinals at the Kremlin Cup and achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 58 on October 25, 2021. He also reached the semifinals partnering Ilya Ivashka, resulting in a return to a doubles ranking of No. 87, tied with his best ranking thus far.

2021: Australian Open Third Round

In 2021, Pedro Martínez reached the third round of the Australian Open in singles for the first time, marking his second showing at this level in his career.

January 2022: Australian Open Third Round and Career High Doubles Ranking

In January 2022, Pedro Martínez reached the third round of the Australian Open in doubles and achieved a new career-high doubles ranking of World No. 72 on January 31, 2022.

February 2022: First ATP Title and Top 50 Debut

In February 2022, Pedro Martínez won his first ATP title in Santiago and made his top 50 debut on February 28, 2022.

May 2022: Career High Doubles Ranking

In May 2022, Pedro Martínez achieved a doubles ranking of No. 51, marking a high point in his doubles career.

May 2022: Top 40 Debut

On May 9, 2022, Pedro Martínez made his top 40 debut following the Mutua Madrid Open.

2022: ATP Cup Participation

In 2022, Pedro Martínez participated in the ATP Cup as part of the Spanish team, contributing to Spain reaching the final.

2022: Rakuten Japan Open Tennis Championships Quarterfinals

In 2022, Pedro Martínez reached the quarterfinals of the Rakuten Japan Open Tennis Championships for a second time at an ATP 500 tour-level.

2022: Masters 1000 Third Round Debut

In 2022, Pedro Martínez reached the third round of a Masters 1000 for the first time at the Miami Open.

2022: Estoril Open Final

In 2024, Pedro Martinez reached the Estoril Open final for the first time since 2022, defeating top seed Casper Ruud for his first top 10 win, and returned to the top 60 in the rankings.

November 2023: Birth of First Child

In November 2023, Pedro Martínez and his girlfriend Claudia Espejo welcomed their first child, a boy.

2023: Italian and French Open Participation

In 2023, Pedro Martínez participated in the Italian Open and the French Open after qualifying for the main draw in both tournaments, though he lost in the first round of each.

2023: Ranking Falls Outside Top 100

In 2023, as a result of first round losses and not being able to defend his title in Santiago, Pedro Martinez's ranking fell outside the top 100 after the Rio Open, reaching as low as No. 120 after the Chile Open.

January 2024: Return to Top 100 and Chile Open Semifinals

In January 2024, Pedro Martínez returned to the top 100 at No. 99 following a Challenger final in Tenerife, Spain. He also reached the semifinals at the Chile Open in Santiago.

2024: Estoril Open Final and Top 60 Return

In 2024, Pedro Martinez reached the Estoril Open final for the first time since 2022, defeating top seed Casper Ruud for his first top 10 win, and returned to the top 60 in the rankings.