Sebastian Korda is an American tennis professional player, who has started to pave his way in the ATP Tour. Despite being young, Korda has shown a great level on the court, and proof of that is his incredible run at the 2023 Australian Open.
In 2018, Korda made headlines when he became the World No. 1 junior by winning the 2018 Australian Open boys’ single title. That same year, he turned pro and since then, he has become a player to watch. In 2020, he had a great year as he reached the fourth round in Roland Garros and Wimbledon.
He became the 3rd player in the Open Era to reach 4R in debut at both events (Borg in 1973, Pernfors in 1986). Meanwhile, in 2021, he reached his first ATP Tour final at Delray Beach and earned the biggest win of career over No. 9 Diego Schwartzman in the Masters of Miami. Here, check out all the facts about Korda.
How old is Sebastian Korda?
Sebastian Korda is 22years old. He was born on July 5, 2000. He was first interested in competitive junior ice hockey but then he decided to switch to tennis at the age of 9 after watching the 2009 US Open.
Sebastian Korda’s net worth
So far, and at such a young age, Sebastian Korda has won a respectable $2,732,387prizemoney from singles & doubles combined. He also has sponsorship deals with brands such as Adidas, Wilson and Motorola.
Who are Sebastian Korda’s parents and sisters?
Both Sebastian’s parents were tennis players. His father is the Czech Petr Korda, who was ranked No. 2 in the world in 1998 and won the 1998 Australian Open. His mom Regina Rajchrtová was also a professional tennis player and reached a career-high ranking of 26. His sisters areJessica and Nelly, who are pro golfers on LPGA Tour.
Who is Sebastian Korda’s coach?
He is coached by former Czech players RadekStepanek and Martin Stepanek (who aren’t related, by the way). He was formerly coached by his dad Petr, but he also has Dean Goldfine, who coached Andy Roddick and the US team for Davis Cup alongside Patrick McEnroe, and Czech Theodor Devoty in his team.