Lukáš Rosol: The Czech Tennis Dynamo
A comprehensive guide to the career of the Czech professional tennis player, from his notable upsets to his Davis Cup triumphs.
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Player Profile
Nationality & Residence
Lukáš Rosol hails from the Czech Republic, representing his nation with pride on the international circuit. He currently resides in Prague, the vibrant capital city.
Birth & Career Span
Born on July 24, 1985, in Brno, Czechoslovakia, Rosol embarked on his professional tennis journey in 2004. He officially retired from professional tennis in April 2024, concluding a two-decade-long career.
Physical Attributes
Standing at an impressive 1.93 meters (6 ft 4 in), Rosol possesses the physical stature often associated with powerful tennis players. He plays right-handed, utilizing a two-handed backhand.
Career Earnings
Throughout his professional career, Rosol accumulated prize money totaling US$4,717,412, a testament to his dedication and success on tour.
Career Highlights
Landmark Victories
Rosol is perhaps best remembered for two significant upsets against top-ranked players:
- In 2011, he defeated world No. 8, Jürgen Melzer, in a five-set thriller at the French Open.
- In 2012, he stunned world No. 2, Rafael Nadal, in a memorable five-set encounter at Wimbledon, marking one of the biggest wins of his career.
Davis Cup Glory
Rosol played an integral role in the Czech Republic's Davis Cup success. He was a key member of the winning team in both 2012 and 2013, contributing crucial points to secure the prestigious team title.
Endurance Record
Alongside Tomáš Berdych, Rosol participated in what was then the longest ATP doubles match ever recorded. They defeated Marco Chiudinelli and Stanislas Wawrinka in a marathon Davis Cup match lasting 7 hours and 1 minute in 2013.
Singles Career
Career Progression
Rosol achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 26 on September 22, 2014. He secured two ATP Tour singles titles during his career.
Grand Slam Performance
Rosol reached the third round of Grand Slam tournaments on multiple occasions:
- Australian Open: Best result was 3R in 2016.
- French Open: Reached 3R in 2011 and 2015.
- Wimbledon: Achieved 3R in 2012 (notably defeating Nadal) and 2R in 2014, 2015, 2017.
- US Open: Best result was 2R in 2015.
Masters 1000 Performance
Rosol's best performance at a Masters 1000 event was reaching the fourth round of the Indian Wells Masters in 2015. He also reached the third round at Monte Carlo in 2014.
Doubles Career
Title Triumphs
Rosol achieved success in doubles as well, winning 3 ATP Tour doubles titles. His highest doubles ranking was World No. 37, achieved on October 13, 2014.
Grand Slam Doubles
In Grand Slam doubles events, Rosol's best performance was reaching the quarterfinals of the 2015 French Open with Radu Albot. He also reached the second round at Wimbledon and the US Open multiple times.
Notable Records & Achievements
Top 10 Victories
Rosol's record against players ranked in the top 10 at the time of their matches stands at 4 wins and 26 losses. His notable wins against top-10 opponents include:
- 2011: Jürgen Melzer (#8)
- 2012: Rafael Nadal (#2)
- 2015: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (#10)
- 2016: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (#10) (in Davis Cup)
Endurance Match
In the 2013 Davis Cup, Rosol was part of the longest ATP doubles match on record at the time, playing for 7 hours and 1 minute against Marco Chiudinelli and Stanislas Wawrinka.
Challenger & Futures Success
Singles Titles
Beyond his ATP Tour titles, Rosol amassed a significant number of titles on the Challenger and Futures circuits, demonstrating consistent performance throughout his career.
Doubles Titles
In doubles, Rosol secured 25 Challenger and Futures titles, showcasing his versatility and effectiveness as a doubles partner.
Career Statistics
Overall Records
Rosol's career singles record on the ATP Tour level was 123 wins and 160 losses, with a win percentage of 44%. In doubles, his ATP Tour record was 75 wins and 90 losses.
Career Finals
Rosol reached a total of 4 singles finals on the ATP Tour, winning 2 and finishing as runner-up in 2.
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References
References
- "Rosol tops Garcia-Lopez in Bucharest for first title", Fox News, 28 April 2013.
- "Rosol Turns Grief To Glory For First Title", ATP official site, 28 April 2013.
- Dubai: Federer d Rosol, Tennis.com, 27 February 2014
- Andy Murray recovers to beat Lukas Rosol at Indian Wells, BBC Sport, 8 March 2014
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