Sebastian Korda is an American tennis player ranked 50th in the world in May 2021. As of July 2021, he has won one ATP singles title. In 2018, he became pro. Korda also defeated Tseng Chun-hsin in the 2018 Junior Australian Open. He started playing competitive junior ice hockey at 3 but switched to tennis at 9 after accompanying his father to the 2009 US Open. At 11, he won a golf event in Prague. On July 12, 2021, Korda climbed to No. 46, a new career high.
Known For: Sebastian Korda
- Being an American tennis pro.
- In May 2021, rated 50th best singles player in the world.
Sebastian Korda Origins
Sebastian Korda was born in Bradenton, Florida, USA. His nationality is American and he is of American-white ethnicity. Korda turned 21 in 2021 with his parents and close friends. His zodiac sign is Cancer, and he is a Christian. So he’s white. His father, Czech tennis star Petr Korda, won the Australian Open and reached the French Open finals in both singles and doubles. Sebastian has two LPGA golfing sisters, Jessica and Nelly.
S. Korda’s Career Path
- Sebastian Korda debuted in the ATP main draw at the New York Open, but lost in three sets to Frances Tiafoe as a wild card.
- Then he qualified for the Western & Southern Open and played as a wildcard in the US Open, where he lost to Denis Shapovalov.
- He overcame qualifier Andreas Seppi, 21st seed John Isner, and Pedro Martinez to reach the fourth round of the French Open. He lost in straight sets against reigning champion Rafael Nadal.
- At the Delray Beach Open, he reached his first ATP final, but lost to Hubert Hurkacz 3-6, 3-6. Then came the Miami Masters, when he reached his first Masters 1000 quarterfinal. On the way to his maiden top 10 triumph, he overcame 10th seed Fabio Fognini in three sets and 17th seed Aslan
- Karatsev in straight sets. On April 12, 2021, he lost to 4th seed Andrey Rublev. He also hit a career-high ATP World No. 62.
- Korda won his maiden ATP Tour singles championship in the Emilia-Romagna Open in May, an ATP 250 event contested in 2021 due to the French Open’s one-week postponement.
- He also defeated Marco Cecchinato in the final and won the event without dropping a set, becoming the first American male tennis player to do it since Sam Querrey in 2010. This impressive run propelled him to a new career high of No. 50 on May 31, 2021.
- In June, he overcame 6th seed Roberto Bautista Agut in the Halle Open, his first ATP tournament on grass, and advanced to the quarterfinals, where he lost to eventual champion Ugo Humbert.
- In his debut at Wimbledon, he defeated 15th seed Alex de Minaur, qualifier Antoine Hoang, and 22nd seed Dan Evans to reach the fourth round for the first time.
- But he fell in five sets against 25th seed Karen Khachanov, with the fifth set ending 10-8 after thirteen service breaks. Despite the setback, he climbed to No. 46 on July 12, 2021.
- At the Rolex Paris Masters, he beat 13th seed Aslan Karatsev and former No. 3 Marin Cilic. The victory against Karatsev destroyed his season-ending ATP Finals hopes.
Sebastian Korda’s Relationship Status
Sebastian Korda is single. He is dating Ivana Nedved, the daughter of Pavel Nedved, a former Juventus player. After all, he looks content in his relationship with his partner. Regarding his sexuality, he is heterosexual.
Sebastian Korda’s Net Worth
Sebastian Korda is a skilled professional tennis player with a $2 million net worth in 2021. His total earnings were $5,682 USD through companies, sponsorships, and promotions. Korda has also won $1,276,993. He hasn’t yet done any endorsements. His tennis profession is also his main source of income.
Sebastian Korda’s Body Measurements
Sebastian Korda stands at 1.96 m (6 ft 5 in) and weighs 77 kg. He has nice brown hair and eyes. His muscle, height, and macho appearance make him a hot commodity with young gen ladies. Sebastian has a 38-32-15.5 inch athletic physique build.