Court Commander
A comprehensive exploration of the British tennis ace, Dominic Inglot, from collegiate triumphs to Grand Slam semifinals and Davis Cup glory.
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Overview
The Doubles Ace
Dominic Inglot, born on March 6, 1986, in London, England, is a distinguished British former professional tennis player, widely recognized as a doubles specialist. Throughout his career, he reached the finals of twenty-seven ATP World Tour events, securing fourteen titles. He also achieved significant success on the ATP Challenger Tour, winning six of nine finals. Inglot notably held the position of former British No. 1 in doubles and earned the moniker 'Dom the Bomb' for his formidable serve.
Early Life
Inglot's foundational tennis training began at St. Benedict's School, followed by further development at the University of Virginia. Born to Elizabeth and Andrei Inglot, a former professional football player from Poland, Dominic is fluent in both English and Polish. Beyond tennis, he demonstrated diverse athletic talent, captaining the London Volleyball team and earning academic honors in 2001โ02, showcasing a well-rounded early life.
Beyond Court
In a unique intersection of sports and entertainment, Dominic Inglot was selected as the tennis double for actor Paul Bettany in the 2004 film "Wimbledon." Bettany's character portrayed a British tennis player who achieved a wild-card victory at Wimbledon, a role Inglot helped bring to life on screen.
University
Collegiate Achievements
During his tenure at the University of Virginia, Inglot was a prominent figure in collegiate tennis. In the 2006โ2007 season, he was recognized on the NCAA All-Tournament Team as the No. 2 doubles player and finished second in the VaSID All-State event. He achieved a singles ranking as high as No. 67 with a 16โ13 record, including three victories over ranked opponents. His doubles partnership with Houston Barrick reached a peak ranking of No. 40, concluding the season with an impressive 27โ6 record.
National Titles
The 2007โ2008 season saw Inglot's continued ascent, participating in the ITA Singles All-American event and NCAA Singles Championship. He secured the ITA Mideast Regional Singles Title and the ITA National Indoor Singles Backdraw, defeating three top-ten players. He was also a co-champion at the UVa Fall Invitational singles. His singles ranking peaked at No. 3, finishing the season at No. 26. In doubles, he and Houston Barrick reached No. 17.
A crowning achievement came in the 2008โ2009 season when Inglot, alongside Michael Shabaz, became the first doubles team from the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) to win the NCAA Men's Doubles Championship.
Student Games
Inglot's collegiate success extended to the international stage. In 2009, he earned a silver medal at the World University Games in Belgrade, partnering with former professional player Max Jones in men's doubles. He also secured a bronze medal in mixed doubles at the same event, further solidifying his reputation as a formidable talent.
Senior
Professional Debut
Dominic Inglot's senior career commenced primarily on the Futures and Challenger tours in 2009. He quickly found success, reaching eight finals and converting six of them into titles. A notable performance was reaching the final of the Charlottesville Open Challenger with Rylan Rizza.
Grand Slam Breakthrough
In 2010, Inglot made his Grand Slam debut at Wimbledon, partnering Chris Eaton. They achieved a significant upset by defeating the then-world No. 1 team of Daniel Nestor and Nenad Zimonjiฤ in a five-set thriller, advancing to the third round. That same year, Inglot and Treat Huey secured titles at the Vancouver Open and the Binghamton Doubles Championship, propelling Inglot close to the doubles top 100.
Injury & Comeback
The 2011 season presented a significant challenge as Inglot faced a nine-month layoff due to an ankle injury, compounded by a subsequent knee problem. This period included a work placement, offering him a glimpse into life beyond professional tennis. Despite the setbacks, he made a resilient return in November, winning a Challenger tour event in Charlottesville with Treat Huey.
Key Partnerships
The partnership with Treat Huey proved highly successful, leading to Inglot's first ATP Tour final in Houston (2012) and their first tour-level title at the Citi Open in Washington, D.C. They also reached the French Open third round and the Swiss Indoors final, pushing Inglot's ranking to a career-high No. 40. In 2013, they reached their first Grand Slam quarterfinal at the US Open, contributing to Inglot's career-high ranking of No. 28. However, 2013 also saw the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) significantly cut funding for doubles specialists.
In 2014, Inglot parted ways with Huey and later formed a successful partnership with Florin Mergea, notably defeating the Bryan brothers twice in early 2015. After Mergea's unexpected departure, Inglot partnered with Robert Lindstedt, reaching the US Open semifinals and the Paris Masters semifinals in 2015.
Davis Cup Glory
Inglot's commitment to national representation was evident in his Davis Cup contributions. He debuted in the 2014 World Group tie against the United States, and though he and Colin Fleming lost to the Bryan brothers, Great Britain secured the tie. In 2015, he played alongside Jamie Murray against the Bryan brothers in the first round, a match Great Britain ultimately won. While not selected for the final tie against Belgium, Inglot was part of the winning 2015 Davis Cup team, which marked Great Britain's first success in 79 years. The team was subsequently honored with the 2015 BBC Sports Personality Team of the Year Award.
Career Conclusion
Inglot continued to achieve success in the latter part of his career, winning the Nottingham Open with Daniel Nestor and the St. Petersburg Open with Henri Kontinen in 2016. He reached the French Open mixed doubles quarterfinal in 2017 and both the Wimbledon semifinal and Australian Open quarterfinal in 2018. Dominic Inglot officially announced his retirement from professional tennis in March 2022, concluding a distinguished career.
ATP
ATP Career Finals: Doubles
Dominic Inglot's professional career saw him compete in 27 ATP Tour doubles finals, securing 14 titles and finishing as runner-up 13 times. His success spanned various surfaces and tournament tiers, demonstrating his versatility and consistent performance at the highest level of the sport.
Challenger
Challenger & Futures Finals: Doubles
Beyond the main ATP Tour, Dominic Inglot also achieved significant success on the ATP Challenger and ITF Futures circuits. He competed in 23 doubles finals across these tiers, securing 18 titles and finishing as runner-up 5 times. These victories were crucial in his development and ascent in the professional rankings.
Timelines
Performance Timelines: Doubles
This section provides a detailed overview of Dominic Inglot's performance in Grand Slam tournaments, ATP World Tour Masters 1000 events, and national team competitions throughout his professional doubles career. The table below illustrates his win-loss record and progression in these significant tournaments.
Performance Timelines: Mixed Doubles
This table outlines Dominic Inglot's participation and results in Grand Slam mixed doubles events, providing insight into his performance in this format.
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References
References
- Dom Inglot announces his retirement from tennis LTA Tennis. 10 March 2022. Retrieved 21 December 2022
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