The Doubles Dynamo
An analytical look at the career of Lan Bale, the South African tennis professional who carved a niche as a formidable doubles player on the ATP Tour.
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Professional Profile
Origins and Overview
Born on September 7, 1969, in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, Lan Bale embarked on his professional tennis journey in 1991. A right-handed player standing at 1.70m (5 ft 7 in), he quickly established himself as a talented competitor, particularly in the doubles circuit. He currently resides in Queenstown, New Zealand.
The Doubles Focus
Lan Bale's career is defined by his success in doubles. He found his rhythm and strategy in partnership play, which led to significant achievements on the ATP Tour. He secured four doubles titles and reached the finals on four other occasions, demonstrating consistent high-level performance against the world's best teams.
Reaching the Top Tier
His dedication to the doubles discipline culminated in a career-high world ranking of No. 27, achieved on May 9, 1995. This ranking placed him among the elite doubles players of his era and stands as a testament to his skill, teamwork, and persistence on the professional tour.
Career by the Numbers
Peak Rankings
Bale's career rankings highlight his specialization in doubles. While he competed in singles, his primary focus and greatest success were in the doubles arena.
- Highest Doubles Ranking: No. 27 (9 May 1995)
- Highest Singles Ranking: No. 177 (8 November 1993)
Match Records
His win-loss records on the ATP Tour reflect a substantial career in doubles, with over 200 matches played. His singles career was more limited at the tour level.
- Doubles Career Record: 104 wins โ 111 losses
- Singles Career Record: 2 wins โ 3 losses
Career Earnings
Throughout his professional career, Lan Bale accumulated total prize money of $514,265. This figure reflects his consistent performance and longevity on the competitive ATP Tour during the 1990s and early 2000s.
Grand Slam Performance
Doubles Highlights
Bale was a consistent presence at the Grand Slam tournaments, achieving his best results on the grass courts of Wimbledon.
- Wimbledon: Quarterfinals (1994)
- French Open: 3rd Round (1996)
- US Open: 3rd Round (1994, 1998)
- Australian Open: 2nd Round (1999, 2000)
Singles & Mixed Doubles
While primarily a doubles player, Bale also competed in singles and mixed doubles at the majors, achieving respectable results.
- Singles Best: Reached the 2nd Round of the US Open in 1993.
- Mixed Doubles Best: Reached the Quarterfinals of the French Open in 1994.
ATP Tour Finals Record
A Detailed Breakdown
Lan Bale competed in eight ATP Tour doubles finals, achieving a balanced record of four victories and four runner-up finishes. His titles were won on both hard and clay courts, showcasing his versatility across different surfaces and with various partners.
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