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CHV. Jimenez Kasintseva vs K. Kawa · 6-2 6-4 3-1 · Set 3 · Modena (Italy) - QualificationCHG. I. Justo vs L. E. Ambrogi · 6-4 7-5 4-0 · Set 3 · San Miguel de TucumanITF WM. Brengle vs S. Yamalapalli · 6-2 1-1 · Set 2 · W35 Decatur, ILITF MO. Baris vs A. Fenty · 6-3 6-1 6-3 · Finished · M25 Wichita, KSWTAV. Golubic vs V. Erjavec · 7-5 7-5 6-4 · Finished · NottinghamWTAZ. Sonmez vs L. Tararudee · 2-2 · Set 1 · NottinghamCHJ. Fearnley vs F. Romano · 6-3 7-6(4) 6-4 · Finished · IlkleyWTAO. Selekhmeteva vs T. Preston · 6-4 1-0 · Set 2 · NottinghamATPL. Sonego vs N. Basilashvili · 11:00 · HalleATPM. Landaluce vs T. Gentzsch · 11:00 · HalleATPR. Collignon vs R. Bautista-Agut · 11:00 · HalleATPM. Bellucci vs A. Bolt · 11:00 · HalleATPA. Vukic vs H. Wendelken · 11:00 · LondonATPZ. Svajda vs M. Damm · 11:00 · LondonCHV. Jimenez Kasintseva vs K. Kawa · 6-2 6-4 3-1 · Set 3 · Modena (Italy) - QualificationCHG. I. Justo vs L. E. Ambrogi · 6-4 7-5 4-0 · Set 3 · San Miguel de TucumanITF WM. Brengle vs S. Yamalapalli · 6-2 1-1 · Set 2 · W35 Decatur, ILITF MO. Baris vs A. Fenty · 6-3 6-1 6-3 · Finished · M25 Wichita, KSWTAV. Golubic vs V. Erjavec · 7-5 7-5 6-4 · Finished · NottinghamWTAZ. Sonmez vs L. Tararudee · 2-2 · Set 1 · NottinghamCHJ. Fearnley vs F. Romano · 6-3 7-6(4) 6-4 · Finished · IlkleyWTAO. Selekhmeteva vs T. Preston · 6-4 1-0 · Set 2 · NottinghamATPL. Sonego vs N. Basilashvili · 11:00 · HalleATPM. Landaluce vs T. Gentzsch · 11:00 · HalleATPR. Collignon vs R. Bautista-Agut · 11:00 · HalleATPM. Bellucci vs A. Bolt · 11:00 · HalleATPA. Vukic vs H. Wendelken · 11:00 · LondonATPZ. Svajda vs M. Damm · 11:00 · London
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Francisco Cerundolo
ATP · World No. 27

Francisco Cerundolo

ARArgentina · Age 27 · Born 13 August 1998

About

Francisco Cerúndolo was born on August 13, 1998, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He turned professional in 2018. His breakthrough came in 2021 when he reached his first ATP final as a qualifier at the Argentina Open, and in 2022 he won his maiden ATP title at the Swedish Open while reaching the Miami Masters semifinal as the lowest-ranked player ever. He has won four ATP titles, including the 2026 Argentina Open. Currently ranked world No. 20 as of March 2026, with a career high of No. 18 in May 2025, he reached the Australian Open fourth round and is competing at the Mutua Madrid Open in late April 2026.

Profile updated 8 Jun 2026
Right now
27
ATP rank
1,660
Ranking points
11
Career titles
#21
Career-high rank

Recent form

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In the news

“"Everybody is scared to death when he gets set to unload on his forehand."”

  • Cerundolo reaches Madrid R4; Blockx saves set point with drop shot
  • Cerundolo vs Blockx Madrid R4 highlights
  • Bizarre legal shot: Cerundolo reaches over net in Madrid
  • Cerundolo reflects on epic clay display to Munich QF
  • Cerundolo upsets Tsitsipas 7-5 6-4 in Monte-Carlo R64
News last refreshed 13 Jun 2026
How they play

Playing style

Cerúndolo is a baseline powerhouse with explosive groundstrokes, particularly a massive forehand that he unleashes inside-out to dictate rallies. His reliable two-handed backhand provides consistency and depth, complemented by elite returning ability and heavy topspin on second serves. Strong on clay where his movement shines, he grinds down opponents in long rallies while capable on all surfaces, making him dangerous against top players when confident.

Serve
Cerundolo's serve is solid but not overpowering, with first serve win rates around 70% and strong second serves featuring heavy topspin at 55% win rate. Placement is precise rather than speed-focused, setting up his forehand effectively.
Groundstrokes
Heavy-hitting forehand is his primary weapon, generating massive power and spin for winners; reliable backhand offers depth, consistency, and redirection ability from both wings.
Movement
Excellent footwork and court coverage on clay, with quick directional changes and defensive prowess; athletic enough for all surfaces but thrives on slower courts.
Weakness
Serve lacks ace production compared to top players, vulnerable under pressure; struggles with consistency against elite returners on faster surfaces like grass where win rate is under 45%.

Surface splits

Career surface splits.

Hard
52.6% 61–55
Clay
66.2% 180–92
Grass
45% 9–11

Notable rivalries

Casper Ruud
5-3 head-to-head favoring Cerundolo; key wins include Bastad 2022 title run, Barcelona 2023 QF, multiple Masters upsets. Memorable: straight-sets Laver Cup 2024.
Alexander Zverev
3-0 on clay incl. Buenos Aires 2025 QF, Madrid 2025 QF; Zverev retired injured vs him in Toronto 2025.
Andrey Rublev
3-1 H2H; wins in Hamburg 2022 QF, Umag 2024 SF, Australian Open 2026 3R. Consistent upsets.
Diego Schwartzman
Beat in 2021 Buenos Aires final as qualifier; multiple home event clashes, leads local rivalry.
Career

Career snapshot

11
Career titles
#21
Career high
2017
First season
SeasonYear-end rankW–LTitles
201713331–10
2018,0–10
201924830–162
202013934–124
202112744–231
20223036–282
20232139–261
20243035–311
20252138–250

Team and equipment

Head coach
Kevin Konfederak
Height
183 cm
Plays
Right-handed
Backhand
Two-handed
Racquet
Yonex VCORE
Apparel
Adidas

Career highlights

  • 4 ATP 250 titles (Bastad 2022, Eastbourne 2023, Umag 2024, Buenos Aires 2026)
  • Career-high No. 18 (May 2025)
  • Miami Masters SF 2022 (lowest-ranked ever)
  • Madrid Masters SF 2025
  • Australian Open 4R 2026 (beat Rublev)
  • French Open 4R 2023 & 2024
  • Year-end Top 30 (2022)
  • 16 Top-10 wins
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