Tommy Paul is an American professional tennis player and an Olympic medalist. He made a breakthrough in 2023, and continues to be one of the USA’s top hopes for a singles Grand Slam champion. Paul has won four singles titles, including a career-best semifinal finish at the 2023 Australian Open, as of December 2024. He ended the 2024 season ranked No. 12 in the world - his career-high ranking.
A 27-year-old attacking specialist, Tommy Paul was born on 17 May 1997 in New Jersey, USA. His first singles title came in 2021 at Stockholm, after which Paul received critical acclaim and attention as one of the best rising prospects. Since turning pro in 2015, Paul has victories over multiple Top-10 players - including Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev and Daniil Medvedev. As of December 2024, he is being coached by Brad Stine.
How Many Olympics Has Tommy Paul Participated in?
Tommy Paul has participated in two Olympic Games in his career.
Tommy Paul has taken part in two Olympics so far - Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024. Although he has not performed to expectation in the singles category, Paul has also been a part of the doubles event. Although the quarterfinals is his best finish in men’s singles, Paul garnered attention when he won bronze at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the doubles category with his partner, Taylor Fritz.
Tommy Paul's Olympics performance
Tommy Paul made his Olympic Games debut at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. In Round-1, he faced Russian breakout sensation Aslan Karatsev in a much-awaited clash. Unfortunately, Tommy Paul dropped out in straight sets, losing 3-6, 2-6. At the Paris Olympics in 2024, Paul reached the last eight stage, where he lost to eventual silver medalist, Carlos Alcaraz.
In men’s doubles, Tommy Paul paired up with top ranked American Taylor Fritz in Paris. They reached the semifinal stage, where the Americans lost to the formidable Australian pair of Matthew Ebden and John Peers. In the bronze medal encounter, Fritz and Paul won in straight sets againsts Czechs Tomas Machac and Adam Pavlasek to clinch their first Olympic success.
Men's Singles - Tokyo 2020
| STAGE | OPPONENT | RESULT | SCORE |
| Round-1 | Aslan Karatsev | Lost | 3-6 2-6 |
Men's Singles - Paris 2024
| STAGE | OPPONENT | RESULT | SCORE |
| Round-1 | Luciano Darderi | Won | 6-3 6-4 |
| Round-2 | Jakub Mensik | Won | 6-3 6-1 |
| Round-3 | Corentin Moutet | Won | 7-6(5) 6-3 |
| Quarterfinal | Carlos Alcaraz | Lost | 6-3 7-6(7) |
Men's Doubles - Paris 2024
| STAGE | OPPONENT | RESULT | SCORE |
| Round-1 | Raonic/Auger-Aliassime | Won | 7-6(14) 6-4 |
| Round-2 | Haase/Roger | Won | 6-3 6-4 |
| Quarterfinal | Murray/Evans | Won | 6-2 6-4 |
| Semifinal | Ebden/Peers | Lost | 5-7 2-6 |
| Bronze Medal Match | Machac/Pavlasek | Won | 6-3 6-4 |
How Many Medals Has Tommy Paul Won at the Olympics?
Tommy Paul has won one medal at the Olympic Games, as of December 2024. His first medal came at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, where he won the bronze medal alongside Taylor Fritz in men’s doubles.
After losing their semifinal encounter to Matthew Ebden and John Peers in straight sets, Tommy Paul and Taylor Fritz returned for the bronze medal match. They eased past the Czech pairing of Machac and Pavlasek 6-3 6-4 to attain glory on the iconic clay of Roland Garros.
FAQs on Tommy Paul Olympics
A. Tommy Paul has won one medal at the Olympics - bronze in men's doubles at the 2024 Paris Games.
A. Tommy Paul holds American nationality.
A. Tommy Paul is yet to win a Grand Slam title in his career, as of December 2024.
A. Tommy Paul holds a 2-4 record against Carlos Alcaraz, in favor of the Spaniard.
