
PLAYER PROFILE
John Millman
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AUSTRALIAN
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39
ATP
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- Age31
- Born14 June 1989
- LivesBrisbane, Queensland
- Height184 cm
- PlaysRight-handed
- CoachGary Stickler
- Pro Since2006
“I don't think there was a whole lot wrong. My friends and family and my support team, they'll have my back on that one.”
— John Millman, 25 Jan 2020
» Federer wins AO thriller over Millman
On court
- Started playing tennis aged four because his four sisters, Shona, Kara, Tessa and Bronte, all played
- Claimed his maiden ITF Futures Pro Circuit singles title in Traralgon in 2008 and doubles in Bulgaria in 2009
- Secured his first Challenger title in Sacramento, USA in 2010 alongside two further ITF Futures titles
- Following Wimbledon 2011, missed rest of the season due to shoulder surgery
- Scored first ATP main draw win in home town of Brisbane in January 2013
- Missed another 11 months from 2013-2014 due to second shoulder injury and surgery
- Returned to tennis in April 2014 (ranking dipped as low as No.1193) and embarked on a stunning comeback season which included two Futures titles and two Challenger crowns
- Won three more ATP Challenger titles in 2015, debuting in the top 100 in July of that year
- Advanced to third round of the Australian Open and at Wimbledon in 2016, his best Grand Slam results to date
- Completed second straight top-100 season in 2016, finishing the season at world No.84
- Made Davis Cup debut for Australia in 2017, fulfilling life-long dream of representing his country
- Defeated world No.2 Roger Federer in the US Open fourth round in 2018 to advance to first major quarterfinal. It was the first top-10 victory of his career
- Won his first ATP title in Nur-Sultan in November 2020, having saved two match points in the quarterfinals
- Credits his parents who encouraged him to complete school, which he believes has affected his game in a positive way.
- Favourite player is Mario Ancic because he attained a law degree while touring as a tennis professional
- Favourite surface is hard court and favourite tournament is the Brisbane International
- Biggest strength is his mental toughness
- Ambition is to simply enjoy himself when he plays
Off court
- His parents are Shona, a teacher, and Ron, a tennis centre owner.
- Hobbies include movies, music, running, soccer and golf.
- Favourite band are The Killers and The Temper Trap.
- Favourite places in the world are Brisbane, Melbourne, New York and London.
Year-end singles ranking history
2020 | 38 |
2019 | 48 |
2018 | 38 |
2017 | 128 |
2016 | 84 |
2015 | 92 |
2014 | 159 |
2013 | 175 |
2012 | 228 |
2011 | 539 |
2010 | 204 |
2009 | 311 |
2008 | 563 |
2007 | 1461 |
Titles/Finals
Titles
2019 Kaohsiung Challenger
2018 Kyoto Challenger, Aix-en-Provence Challenger
2017 Hua Hin Challenger
2015 Lexington Challenger, Aptos Challenger, Kobe Challenger
2014 Korea F10 ITF, Korea F11 ITF, Traralgon Challenger, Yokohama Challenger
2013 Burnie Challenger, Kyoto Challenger
2010 Australia F2 ITF, Australia F6 ITF, Sacramento Challenger
2009 Australia F10 ITF
2008 Australia F8 ITF
Finals
2019 Tokyo ATP
2018 Budapest ATP
2017 Lexington Challenger
2015 Kyoto Challenger, Vicenza Challenger
2014 Tiburon Challenger
2012 Australia F4 ITF, Busan Challenger
2010 USA F9 ITF, Australia F7 ITF
2009 Bulgaria F2 ITF, Australia F6 ITF, Australia F9 ITF
2008 Romania F1 ITF
John Millman in the news
Ebden sets up Millman showdown in Singapore

10 hours ago
Australian Matthew Ebden has made a winning start at an ATP 250 tournament in Singapore, setting up a second-round clash with compatriot John Millman.
Read moreAustralian Matthew Ebden has made a winning start at an ATP 250 tournament in Singapore, setting up a second-round clash with compatriot John Millman.
Ranking movers: Kokkinakis, Gadecki on the rise

22 February, 2021
A number of Australians have made impressive improvements in the latest tour rankings, including Thanasi Kokkinakis and Olivia Gadecki.
Read moreA number of Australians have made impressive improvements in the latest tour rankings, including Thanasi Kokkinakis and Olivia Gadecki.
Millman leads Aussie charge in Singapore

21 February, 2021
John Millman headlines a group of six Australians competing at a ATP 250 tournament in Singapore this week.
Read moreJohn Millman headlines a group of six Australians competing at a ATP 250 tournament in Singapore this week.
Quests for Grand Slam glory continue at Australian Open 2021

14 February, 2021
The day seven schedule at Australian Open 2021 includes 14 Aussie players seeking Grand Slam glory.
Read moreThe day seven schedule at Australian Open 2021 includes 14 Aussie players seeking Grand Slam glory.