Alexei Popyrin

Alexei Popyrin is an Australian tennis player and the second highest ranked athlete from his nation, as of November 2024. Popyrin has a career-high ranking of No. 23 in the world, which he achieved in August 2024. Although he is yet to win a Grand Slam title, the Australian has captured three singles titles on the ATP circuit. His best Grand Slam performance came at the 2024 US Open, where he reached Round-4.

Born on 5 August 1999 in Sydney, Australia, Alexei Popyrin turned pro in 2017. He entered the Top-100 by 2019, and won his maiden professional title in 2021. Popyrin’s biggest success remains his Masters-1000 victory in Canada. The 25-year-old has been performing exceedingly well as of 2024, including a gigantic win over Novak Djokovic at the 2024 US Open.

Popyrin began playing tennis at the age of 5, and also credits Patrick Mouratoglou for his meteoric rise. Coming to his style of play, the Aussie relies heavily on his powerful serve and forehand. He prefers flat exchanges and short rallies, and backs it up with a good net game.

As of November 2024, Alexei Popyrin is being coached by Neville Godwin and Xavier Malisse. Popyrin reached the fourth round of the 2024 Monte Carlo Masters, losing to compatriot Alex de Minaur. He finished semifinalist at the 2024 Qatar Open, losing to Karen Khachanov. He advanced to the fourth round of the 2024 Paris Masters, registering a win over Daniil Medvedev.

Alexei Popyrin Early Life

Alexei Popyrin was born in Sydney, Australia, and started playing tennis at the age of 5 at Kim Warwick Tennis Academy. Three years later, he moved to Dubai due to family relocation, before shifting to Spain. This is where Popyrin was neighbors with Alex de Minaur. Growing up, the Australian idolized Juan Martin Del Potro. Additionally, he looked up to legendary sprinter Usain Bolt.

Alexei Popyrin Personal Life

Popyrin used to serve as a ball kid, before becoming a professional tennis player. During his free time, he enjoys playing other sports such as golf, football or basketball. He supports Everton FC and the Portland Trail Blazers in football and the NBA, respectively. Popyrin is self-admittedly a funny person, but has also accepted to being shy on tour.

Alexei Popyrin Family Background

Popyrin was born to immigrant parents Alex and Elena Popyrin. They gave birth to him in Australia, before shifting to Dubai due to his father’s work commitments. Interestingly, Popyrin’s father is the co-founder of the Ultimate Tennis Showdown, alongside Patrick Mouratoglou.

In the past, Alexei Popyrin has openly lauded his parents, particularly his mother, as his inspiration. “My mum is my inspiration. I don’t remember the last time she missed a training session. She’s definitely never missed a match,” he said in 2017. Popyrin also has three siblings - Anna, Sonia and Anthony (the latter two are also tennis players).

Alexei Popyrin Girlfriend

Alexei Popyrin is currently in a relationship with Amy Pederick. The couple began dating in 2019 and they have been happily together for five years. Pederick is a physiotherapist who also assists Popyrin, when it comes to fitness and health. She is reportedly around the same age as her boyfriend.

Following a tough year in 2022 for Alexei Popyrin where he dropped out of the ATP Top-100, Amy Pederick told TODAY, “It was really tough mentally, very draining for him and it wasn’t easy. But he stuck through, he grinded, he pushed through and he trained so hard in pre-season.”

Alexei Popyrin Social Media

Instagram: @alexeipopyrin

Twitter: @AlexeiPopyrin99

Alexei Popyrin Endorsement Deals

Popyrin has signed some noteworthy sponsors and partnerships over the years. For clothing and apparel, he has signed a deal with South Korean-owned sports brand Fila in 2022. Coming to his shoes and accessories, the young gun reportedly has an active partnership with Adidas.

Last but not the least, Alexei Popyrin’s racquet and tennis equipment sponsor is the trustworthy brand Dunlop. Earlier, he was using Head tennis equipment, before making the big switch.

Alexei Popyrin Best Performance at Grand Slams

Singles:

Australian Open - R3 (2019, 2020, 2023)

Roland Garros - R2 (2019)

Wimbledon - R3 (2024)

US Open - R4 (2024)

Doubles:

Australian Open - R3 (2019)

Roland Garros - R2 (2023)

Wimbledon - R2 (2021)

US Open - R1 (2021, 2022, 2023)

Alexei Popyrin Coaching Staff

Popyrin is being coached by Neville Godwin and Xavier Malisse, as of November 2024. Neville Godwin is a former professional tennis player turned coach from South Africa. He retired in 2003, and had a career-high ranking of No. 90 in the world. Apart from Popyrin, Godwin has previously mentored the likes of Kevin Anderson and Hyeon Chung.

On the other hand, Xavier Malisse is a retired tennis player from Belgium. Alongside David Goffin, Malisse is one of only two men from his country to have been ranked within the Top-20 in the world. He had three career singles titles to his name, as well as a doubles Grand Slam at the 2004 Roland Garros Championships.

Alexei Popyrin Diet

Popyrin spoke to Tennis Australia regarding his diet during tournaments as well as the off-season. While playing, he eats eggs with avocado, salmon or bacon for breakfast. For lunch, he prefers pasta with chicken or steak, and a salad on the side.

Coming to dinner, he feasts on some solid proteins - chicken, beef or some form of meat. Along with this, the Australian has some rice or mashed potatoes on the side. For his snack between two meals, Popyrin’s go to is a sandwich, some dates, or a protein bar. Nonetheless, he loves his sushi when he can afford to include it in his diet, as per the ATP Tour website.

Alexei Popyrin House

Alexei Popyrin resides in a big property in Australia. However, the exact details regarding the location and dimensions of his house are not known, as of September 2024.