Frances Tiafoe is a well-known tennis star from America. He first came into the limelight after making the semifinal at the US Open in 2022. In the fourth round of the 2022 US Open, he defeated second seed Rafael Nadal, which was the biggest win of his career. With his win over Nadal, he became the first American player to defeat Nadal at a grand slam since James Blake at the 2005 US Open.
Tiafoe is only the third American player who defeated Nadal in the Grand Slams, after Andy Roddick (2004) and Blake (2005). He has won three ATP singles titles in his career so far. He is ranked No. 30 in singles as of June 2024 and achieved his career-high singles ranking of No. 10 on June 2023.
His best performance in grand slam events came at the US Open in 2022, where he reached the semifinal.
Frances Tiafoe Height
Frances Tiafoe is 6 feet 2 inches (188cm) tall. He has a height that perfectly complements his aggressive playing style. His height allows him to hit powerful serves and big forehands.
Frances Tiafoe Weight
According to the ATP website, Frances Tiafoe weighs approximately 86 kg (190 lbs).
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How old is Frances Tiafoe?
Born on January 20, 1998, in Hyattsville, Maryland, United States, Frances Tiafoe is 26 years old, as of May 2024. He is currently one of the best American tennis players on the ATP tour and has won three singles titles in his career so far. Tiafoe made the semifinal of the US Open in 2022, as well as the quarterfinal of the Australian Open in 2019.
According to the ATP website, Tiafoe has won over $10.8 million in prize money as of 2024.
Who is Frances Tiafoe’s coach?
Wayne Ferreira was the coach of Frances Tiafoe for almost two years, between 2021–2023. But before the beginning of the 2024 season, he announced his split from his coach.
After that, Tiafoe appoints Diego Moyano as his new head coach. They have been working together since the beginning of the 2024 season.
Tiafoe wrote on Instagram: “Happy to announce I’m starting my 2k24 with Diego Moyano coaching me. It’s a full circle moment from you helping me back at the Usta days to now privately. I'm excited for what’s to come. You one crazy a** dude… Man, you working the hell out of me but I can’t [wait] for it to all pay off. Let’s get busy next year.”
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FAQs
A. Frances Tiafoe stands 6 feet 2 inches tall.
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A. Frances Tiafoe has won three ATP singles titles in his career so far.
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