History of Tommy Paul (tennis) in Timeline

Tommy Paul is an American professional tennis player known for his accomplishments on the ATP Tour. He reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 8 in June 2025 and No. 97 in doubles in September 2022. Paul has secured four ATP Tour titles and achieved a significant milestone by reaching the semifinals of the 2023 Australian Open. Furthermore, he won a bronze medal in men's doubles at the 2024 Summer Olympics, partnering with fellow American player Taylor Fritz.

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May 17, 1997: Tommy Paul's Birth

On May 17, 1997, Tommy Paul, an American professional tennis player, was born.

2008: Italian Open

At the Italian Open 2024, it was the first time since 2008 that multiple American players reached the quarterfinals in singles in Rome.

2009: First American Male Player Since Andy Roddick in 2009

In January 2023, Tommy Paul reached the semifinals, becoming the first American male player to do so at this Major since Andy Roddick in 2009.

December 9, 2015: ITF Junior Rank of No. 3

On December 9, 2015, Tommy Paul reached a career-high ITF junior rank of No. 3.

2015: Clay Court Season and French Open Win

In 2015, Tommy Paul continued his clay-court season. Paul won the 2015 French Open boys' singles title by defeating fellow American Taylor Fritz. He also reached the final at the 2015 US Open boys' singles, this time losing to Fritz in three sets.

2015: Junior Grand Slam Finals and French Open Win

In 2015, Tommy Paul reached two junior Grand Slam finals, winning the French Open boys' singles title against Taylor Fritz and reaching the doubles final with William Blumberg. He also reached the US Open boys' singles final, losing to Fritz.

2015: Turning Professional and US Open Debut

In 2015, Tommy Paul turned professional. He qualified for the main draw of the US Open, losing in the first round to Andreas Seppi.

March 2016: Cracked Top 200 and Miami Masters Qualification

In March 2016, Tommy Paul cracked the top 200 for the first time by qualifying for the Miami Masters.

2016: ATP Challenger Tour and ITF Circuit

For the remainder of 2016, Tommy Paul primarily competed on the ATP Challenger Tour and ITF Circuit.

July 2017: Atlanta Open Quarterfinal and Washington Open Performance

In July 2017, Tommy Paul reached his first ATP Tour-level quarterfinal at the Atlanta Open after defeating Chung Hyeon and Malek Jaziri, later losing to Gilles Müller. He was also awarded a wild card into the Washington Open, where he defeated Lucas Pouille and Gilles Müller before losing to Kei Nishikori.

2019: Washington Open

In 2019, Tommy Paul was defeated in the second round by the 2019 Washington Open champion, Nick Kyrgios.

2020: Tokyo Olympics Participation

In 2020, Tommy Paul represented the United States at the Tokyo Olympics, where he lost in the first round to Aslan Karatsev.

2020: San Diego Open, Indian Wells Masters, and Stockholm Open Win

In 2020, during the week of September 27, Tommy Paul competed at the San Diego Open, losing in the first round. He then had a significant win at the Indian Wells Masters, defeating Andrey Rublev. He won his first ATP title at the Stockholm Open, defeating Denis Shapovalov in the final.

June 14, 2021: Enters Top 50

On June 14, 2021, as a result of his performance at the French Open, Tommy Paul entered the top 50 in the world rankings.

2021: 2021 Season Start and Australian Open

In 2021, Tommy Paul started his season at the Delray Beach Open, losing in the second round. At the Australian Open, he lost in the second round to Casper Ruud.

April 4, 2022: Reaches Top 35

On April 4, 2022, Tommy Paul reached the top 35 in the world rankings, achieving world No. 34.

August 2022: Canadian Open Quarterfinal and Career High Ranking

In August 2022, Tommy Paul reached the quarterfinals at the Canadian Open, defeating Carlos Alcaraz. He achieved a new career-high ranking of world No. 31 on August 15, 2022. At the US Open, he reached the third round.

September 2022: Doubles Ranking of No. 97

In September 2022, Tommy Paul achieved a doubles ranking of No. 97.

2022: Paris Masters Victory Over Nadal

In 2022, Tommy Paul defeated Rafael Nadal at the Paris Masters. He then reached the quarterfinals for the first time at this tournament.

2022: Adelaide International and Australian Open

In 2022, Tommy Paul reached the quarterfinals at both Adelaide International 1 and Adelaide International 2. At the Australian Open, he was eliminated in the second round.

January 2023: Australian Open Semifinal and Top 20 Ranking

In January 2023, Tommy Paul reached his first Grand Slam semifinal at the Australian Open, eventually losing to Novak Djokovic. He reached the top 20, becoming world No. 19 on January 30, 2023.

October 2, 2023: World No. 12 Ranking

On October 2, 2023, Tommy Paul reached world No. 12 in the singles rankings after reaching the fourth round at the US Open.

2023: Major Semifinal at the Australian Open

In 2023, Tommy Paul reached a major semifinal at the Australian Open.

2023: Mexican Open Final

In 2023, Tommy Paul reached the final at the ATP 500 Mexican Open, losing to Alex de Minaur. He achieved his 100th career win during the tournament.

June 24, 2024: Equalled Career-High Ranking

On June 24, 2024, Tommy Paul equalled his career-high ranking of world No. 12 after winning his third title at the Queen's Club Championships, also becoming the American No. 1 in the rankings.