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Dušan Lajović: A Tennis Chronicle

An analytical exploration of the Serbian professional tennis player's journey, highlighting key milestones, performance metrics, and career trajectory.

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Player Profile

Nationality & Residence

Born on June 30, 1990, in Belgrade, SR Serbia, SFR Yugoslavia, Dušan Lajović represents Serbia in international competitions. He currently resides in Stara Pazova, Serbia.

Physical Attributes

Standing at 1.83 meters (6 feet 0 inches), Lajović possesses a physique well-suited for the demands of professional tennis.

Professional Debut

Lajović transitioned to the professional circuit in June 2007, embarking on a career that has seen significant development and notable achievements on the ATP Tour.

Coaching & Equipment

He has been coached by José Perlas since 2016. Lajović plays right-handed, utilizing a distinctive one-handed backhand.

Career Trajectory

Early Years (2007-2011)

Lajović primarily competed on the Futures and Challenger circuits during his formative professional years. His early career included qualifying for the Kremlin Cup in 2011 and reaching his first ATP Tour quarterfinal at the St. Petersburg Open the same year.

Breakthroughs (2014-2019)

A significant year was 2014, marked by his Grand Slam main draw debut at the Australian Open and reaching the fourth round of the French Open, where he faced Rafael Nadal. The period culminated in his maiden ATP Tour singles title at the 2019 Croatia Open Umag and his first Masters 1000 final at the 2019 Monte-Carlo Masters, reaching a career-high ranking of World No. 23.

Notable Achievements

Key career highlights include winning the inaugural ATP Cup with Serbia in 2020, reaching the quarterfinals of the Madrid Open multiple times (defeating top-10 players), and securing his second ATP singles title at the 2023 Banja Luka Open, notably defeating World No. 1 Novak Djokovic en route.

Playing Style

Baseline Dominance

Lajović excels on clay courts, characterized by a strong baseline game. His groundstrokes, particularly his signature one-handed backhand, generate significant pace and consistency.

Serve Characteristics

His serve is noted for its effective kick, which proves particularly advantageous on clay surfaces, often disrupting opponents' rhythm and creating advantageous court positioning.

Team Competitions

Davis Cup

Lajović has been a consistent member of the Serbian Davis Cup team since 2012. He played a crucial role in the 2013 final, competing in decisive rubbers. His contributions have been vital in advancing Serbia through various stages of the competition, including reaching the semifinals in 2017 and 2023.

ATP Cup

He was instrumental in Serbia's victory in the inaugural ATP Cup in 2020, contributing significantly with a 4-2 singles record in the tournament. He also participated in the 2021 and 2022 editions.

Career Statistics

Singles Performance

As of recent records, Lajović has achieved a career singles record of 208 wins and 272 losses, securing 2 ATP Tour titles. His highest singles ranking reached was World No. 23 on April 29, 2019.

Detailed breakdown of singles performance across different surfaces and tournament tiers:

Tournament2010201120122013201420152016201720182019202020212022202320242025SRW–LWin%
Grand Slam tournaments0 / 129–1243%
Australian OpenAAQ1Q22R1R2R2R1R1R3R4R2R1R1R1R
French OpenAAQ1Q34R2R2R1R2R3R2R1R1R1R2R1R
WimbledonAAQ1Q12R1R1R2R1R1RNH2R2R1R1R1R
US OpenAAAQ11RQ11R1R3R2R1R2R1R1R1RQ1
Win–loss0–00–00–00–05–41–32–42–43–43–43–35–42–40–41–40–30 / 4527–4538%
ATP Tour Masters 10000 / 96–940%
Indian Wells MastersAAAA1R1R1R4R2R2RNH2R1RQ12R
Miami OpenAAAA3R1R2R1R2R3RNH3R1R3R1R
Monte-Carlo MastersAAAAQ1AAQ11RFNH1R2R1RQ1
Madrid OpenAAAAAQ2AAQF1RNH1R3R3R1R
Italian OpenAAAAQ21RQ1AQ2Q23R1R1R1R2R
Canadian OpenAAAAAAAAA1RNH3RAAA
Cincinnati MastersAAAAAAAQ11R1R1R1RQ23RQ1A
Shanghai MastersAAAAAAQ21RQ11RNHNHNH3RA
Paris MastersAAAAQ12R1RQ1Q11R1R2RA2RQ1
Win–loss0–00–00–00–01–21–41–33–35–58–82–34–83–59–72–40–00 / 5239–5243%

Doubles Performance

In doubles, Lajović has compiled a career record of 46 wins and 89 losses, capturing 2 ATP Tour titles. His highest doubles ranking was World No. 82 on September 21, 2020.

Summary of doubles performance across major tournaments:

Tournament20142015201620172018201920202021202220232024SRW–LWin%
Grand Slam tournaments0 / 2910–2926%
Australian OpenA1R1R2R1RA1R1R1R1RA
French OpenA2R1RA1RQF1R1R1RA1R
WimbledonA1R2RA2R1RNH1R1RA1R
US Open2R1R2R1R2RAA1RAAA
Win–Loss1–11–42–41–22–43–20–20–40–30–10–20 / 2910–2926%

Significant Finals

Masters 1000 Finals

Lajović reached his sole Masters 1000 final at the 2019 Monte-Carlo Masters. Despite an impressive run defeating top players like Dominic Thiem and Daniil Medvedev, he was ultimately defeated by Italy's Fabio Fognini in the championship match.

ATP Tour Titles

He holds two ATP Tour singles titles: the 2019 Croatia Open Umag and the 2023 Banja Luka Open. His doubles career includes two ATP Tour titles, the 2015 Istanbul Open and the 2019 Chengdu Open.

Summary of ATP Tour singles and doubles finals:

Singles Finals: 3 (2 Titles, 1 Runner-up)
ResultDateTournamentTierSurfaceOpponentScore
LossApr 2019Monte-Carlo Masters, MonacoMasters 1000ClayFabio Fognini3–6, 4–6
WinJul 2019Croatia Open Umag, CroatiaATP 250ClayAttila Balázs7–5, 7–5
WinApr 2023Banja Luka Open, Bosnia and HerzegovinaATP 250ClayAndrey Rublev6–3, 4–6, 6–4
Doubles Finals: 6 (4 Titles, 2 Runner-ups)
ResultDateTournamentTierSurfacePartnerOpponentsScore
WinJun 2008ITF Serbia, BelgradeFuturesClayNikola ĆaćićSerbia vs Serbia7–6(8–6), 3–6, [10–8]
LossOct 2009ITF Egypt, CairoFuturesClayNikola ĆirićSpain vs Spain4–6, 6–1, [9–11]
WinMay 2010ITF Bosnia and Herzegovina, SarajevoFuturesClayMiljan ZekićBosnia and Herzegovina vs Bosnia and Herzegovina6–3, 6–4
WinAug 2010ITF Serbia, Novi SadFuturesClayMiljan ZekićMexico vs Australia7–5, 5–7, [10–8]
WinOct 2010ITF Egypt, CairoFuturesClayMiljan ZekićRussia vs Russia7–6(7–5), 7–6(10–8)
WinJun 2015Istanbul Open, TurkeyATP 250ClayRadu AlbotSweden vs Austria6–4, 7–6(7–2)

Challenger & Futures Performance

Challenger Titles

Lajović has secured 8 ATP Challenger Tour singles titles, demonstrating his capability at this level. His performance includes wins in tournaments such as Samarkand (2012), Caltanissetta (2013), Seoul (2013), Banja Luka (2015), Båstad (2017), Le Gosier (2018), Maspalomas (2022), and Cordenons (2025).

Futures Success

His early career success included 5 ITF Futures singles titles, laying the foundation for his professional progression. He also achieved 4 ITF Futures doubles titles.

Summary of Challenger and Futures finals:

Singles Finals: 19 (13 Titles, 6 Runner-ups)
ResultDateTournamentTierSurfaceOpponentScore
WinAug 2009Serbia F5, SomborFuturesClayAleksandar Slović6–3, 6–4
LossJun 2010Serbia F1, BelgradeFuturesClayOleksandr Nedovyesov4–6, 2–6
WinAug 2010Serbia F4, Novi SadFuturesClayAldin Šetkić6–0, 4–6, 6–3
LossAug 2010Italy F22, EsteFuturesClayMatteo Viola5–7, 1–6
LossOct 2010Egypt F5, CairoFuturesClayMiljan Zekić1–6, 6–3, 4–6
WinMar 2011Italy F2, CividinoFuturesHardAndrea Stoppini3–6, 6–4, 6–3
WinMar 2011Italy F3, FoggiaFuturesClayWalter Trusendi6–2, 6–7(7–9), 6–2
WinOct 2011Croatia F10, UmagFuturesClayAndrey Kuznetsov6–4, 0–6, 7–5
LossJul 2012Orbetello Challenger, ItalyChallengerClayRoberto Bautista Agut3–6, 1–6
WinAug 2012Samarkand Challenger, UzbekistanChallengerClayFarrukh Dustov6–3, 6–2
WinJun 2013Caltanissetta Challenger, ItalyChallengerClayRobin Haase7–6(7–4), 6–3
LossJun 2013Blois Challenger, FranceChallengerClayJulian Reister1–6, 7–6(7–3), 6–7(2–7)
WinNov 2013Seoul Challenger, South KoreaChallengerHardJulian Reisterwalkover
WinSep 2015Banja Luka Challenger, Bosnia and HerzegovinaChallengerHardVictor Hănescu7–6(7–5), 7–6(7–5)
WinJul 2017Båstad Challenger, SwedenChallengerClayLeonardo Mayer6–2, 7–6(7–4)
WinApr 2018Open de Guadeloupe, Le GosierChallengerHardDenis Kudla6–4, 6–0
WinDec 2022Maspalomas Challenger, SpainChallengerClaySteven Diez6–1, 6–4
LossJun 2025Emilia-Romagna Open, SassuoloChallengerClayCarlos Taberner7–6(7–1), 6–2
WinAug 2025Internazionali di Tennis del Friuli Venezia Giulia, CordenonsChallengerClayLukas Neumayer6–2, 7–6(7–3)

Top Wins

Victories Against Top 10

Lajović has demonstrated his ability to compete at the highest level, securing victories against players ranked within the Top 10 at the time of their matches. His record against Top 10 opponents stands at 10 wins and 31 losses.

Notable wins against Top 10 ranked players:

#PlayerRankEventSurfaceRdScoreDLR
2018
1.Juan Martín del Potro6Madrid Open, SpainClay3R3–6, 6–4, 7–6(8–6)95
2.Grigor Dimitrov8China Open, ChinaHard2R6–4, 2–6, 6–455
2019
3.Kei Nishikori6Miami Open, United StatesHard2R2–6, 6–2, 6–344
4.Dominic Thiem5Monte-Carlo Masters, MonacoClay3R6–3, 6–348
2021
5.Daniil Medvedev3Rotterdam Open, NetherlandsHard (i)1R7–6(7–4), 6–427
2022
6.Casper Ruud7Madrid Open, SpainClay2R7–6(9–7), 2–6, 6–477
2023
7.Novak Djokovic1Banja Luka Open, Bosnia and HerzegovinaClayQF6–4, 7–6(8–6)70
8.Andrey Rublev6Banja Luka Open, Bosnia and HerzegovinaClayF6–3, 4–6, 6–470
9.Felix Auger-Aliassime9Madrid Open, SpainClay2R6–2, 3–6, 7–6(7–5)40
10.Jannik Sinner6Cincinnati Open, United StatesHard2R6–4, 7–6(7–4)66

Personal Life

Family and Background

Born to Marina and Dragiša Lajović, Dušan began his tennis journey at the age of seven in Stara Pazova. He later continued his development at T.K. Partizan Belgrade.

Current Residence

He resides in Stara Pazova, Serbia, where he previously owned a coffee shop, reflecting a connection to his local community.

Relationship Status

Lajović is in a long-term relationship with Lidija Mikic, a medical doctor.

Notes & Context

Ranking History

Lajović's career progression is marked by significant ranking milestones, including reaching World No. 23 in singles and World No. 82 in doubles. His year-end rankings have fluctuated, reflecting the competitive nature of professional tennis.

Exhibition Matches

Beyond official tour events, Lajović has participated in exhibition matches, such as the Boodles Challenge, showcasing his skills in a less formal setting against notable peers like Stefanos Tsitsipas and Diego Schwartzman.

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  1.  ATP Sanghai 2023 Eurosport
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