
“After a long summer, to be able to finish it off by making a final, I’m pretty proud of myself.”
— Alex Bolt, 9 Feb 2020
» Bolt strikes out in Launceston final
On court
- Started playing tennis at the age of seven
- First realised at age 17 that he was good enough to become professional
- Moved to Canberra in February 2010 to join the elite AIS Pro Tour Program as a full scholarship holder; when told of his inclusion in the program, he described the feeling of being selected as “overwhelming”
- Won through qualifying rounds at Australian Open 2017 and Wimbledon in 2018, his first two Grand Slam main draw appearances
- As a wildcard at Australian Open 2019, stunned Jack Sock and Gilles Simon to reach the third round, his best Grand Slam performance to date
- Defeat of world No.30 Simon marked his best career win, in terms of opponent’s ranking
- his AO 2019 result saw him crack the world’s top 130 for the first time
- Received a Wimbledon 2021 wildcard after winning ATP Challenger title in Nottingham
- Feels his game most closely resembles that of Fernando Verdasco; names Jurgen Melzer and Feliciano Lopez as the toughest opponents he’s ever faced
- Professional goal is to be a top 10 player and represent Australia in Davis Cup; achieved the latter goal when he was selected for Australia in 2020, and first played a match at the 2021 Finals, winning a doubles rubber over Hungary alongside John Peers
- If he was playing a match at Rod Laver Arena, he’d have the entire town of Murray Bridge in his players’ box.
Off court
- Had he not been a tennis player, would have followed a career in basketball or Australian Rules Football
- Supports the Port Adelaide Power.
Year-end singles ranking history
2023 | 329 |
2022 | 692 |
2021 | 135 |
2020 | 169 |
2019 | 159 |
2018 | 154 |
2017 | 192 |
2016 | 586 |
2015 | 266 |
2014 | 202 |
2013 | 364 |
2012 | 483 |
2011 | 897 |
2010 | 1202 |
Alex Bolt in the news
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20 May, 2025
Following her progress to the Italian Open doubles semifinals alongside fellow Australian Ellen Perez, Storm Huntger is within reach of a top-100 return.
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Aussie Watch: Comeback duo headline Roland Garros qualifying draw

19 May, 2025
Jason Kubler and Storm Hunter are among a 15-strong Australian contingent vying to qualify for Roland Garros, continuing their strong comebacks from their respective injuries.
Read moreJason Kubler and Storm Hunter are among a 15-strong Australian contingent vying to qualify for Roland Garros, continuing their strong comebacks from their respective injuries.
Aussie Weekly Wrap: Jones enjoys international success

12 May, 2025
Emerson Jones captured her first overseas senior singles title this week, claiming honours at an ITF W35 tournament in Fukuoka, Japan.
Read moreEmerson Jones captured her first overseas senior singles title this week, claiming honours at an ITF W35 tournament in Fukuoka, Japan.
Birrell, Smith move into mixed doubles quarterfinals at AO 2025

19 January, 2025
Kimberly Birrell’s memorable summer continues, as she and fellow Queenslander John-Patrick Smith took a step further in the Australian Open 2025 mixed doubles event.
Read moreKimberly Birrell’s memorable summer continues, as she and fellow Queenslander John-Patrick Smith took a step further in the Australian Open 2025 mixed doubles event.