Italian · Rome, Italy · Born 12 April 1996Italy's big-hitting serve-and-volley power player and 2021 Wimbledon finalist with movie-star looks.
Matteo Berrettini was born on 12 April 1996 in Rome, Italy. He turned professional in 2013 and rose rapidly with his thunderous serve and forehand. In 2019 he reached the US Open semi-finals and the following year qualified for the ATP Finals. In 2021 he reached the Wimbledon final, losing to Novak Djokovic, becoming the first Italian man to reach a Wimbledon singles final. Known for his powerful serve-and-forehand combination, Berrettini has won six ATP titles and reached a career-high ranking of No. 6. He has suffered persistent injuries but remains a top-level player when fit.
First Italian man to reach a Wimbledon final in the Open Era in 2021.
He was the first Italian man ever to reach the Wimbledon singles final, in 2021, where he pushed Djokovic to four sets.
Did You Know?How They Played
Berrettini plays an aggressive, power-based game built around his massive forehand and strong serve. He excels on faster surfaces, particularly grass, where his serve-and-forehand combination is most effective. His height and reach allow him to generate tremendous pace from the baseline while maintaining good court coverage.
Lasting Impact
Berrettini helped elevate Italian tennis to new heights and inspired a generation of Italian players with his Wimbledon final appearance.
Career Honours
- Wimbledon Finalist 2021
- US Open Semi-finalist 2019
Italian Athletes