Alejandro Tabilo Álvarez, born on June 2, 1997, in Toronto, Canada, is a Canadian-Chilean professional tennis player.
He achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 19 on July 1, 2024, and is currently the top-ranked player from Chile.
Tabilo has notable victories including winning his first ATP title in Auckland in January 2024 and defeating world No. 1 Novak Djokovic at the 2024 Italian Open.
He moved to Chile at age 19 to pursue his tennis career, inspired by the country’s tennis legends.
Siblings
Alejandro has one older brother named Sebastian Tabilo, who also plays tennis.
Additionally, he has two younger sisters who support him in his career. The family has been a significant influence on his journey in professional tennis.
Early career
Tabilo began his tennis journey in Canada, where he quickly distinguished himself in junior competitions. He won multiple provincial titles, showcasing his talent and competitive spirit from a young age.
However, at the age of 19, Tabilo made a pivotal decision to move to Chile in pursuit of a more focused career in tennis.
In Chile, he trained intensively and participated in local tournaments, which provided him with valuable experience and exposure.
Professional career
Tabilo made his ATP Tour debut in 2020, entering the professional circuit primarily through lower-tier tournaments to build his ranking.
His commitment paid off when he qualified for his first Grand Slam at the 2021 Australian Open, achieving a significant milestone by winning his first match at a Major tournament.
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The year 2024 marked a breakthrough for Tabilo as he won two ATP titles.
His first title came at the Auckland Open, which not only boosted his confidence but also significantly improved his ranking.
Alongside this victory, he had strong performances on the Challenger circuit that helped him accumulate points and gain experience.
One of the standout moments of his career occurred when he defeated world No. 1 Novak Djokovic at the 2024 Italian Open.
Following these successes, Tabilo achieved a career-high ATP singles ranking of No. 19 on July 1, 2024, making him the highest-ranked player from Chile.
His playing style is characterized by aggressive baseline play, powerful groundstrokes, and a strong serve, along with an ability to adapt to different surfaces.
His journey from Canada to Chile and subsequent rise through the ranks reflects significant mental resilience and determination.
Tabilo continues to compete on the ATP Tour with aspirations of further improving his ranking and achieving more titles.
Accolades
In 2024, Tabilo won his first ATP title at the Auckland Open, making him the first Chilean to win on a hard court since Fernando González in 2007.
He also triumphed at the Mallorca Championships, becoming the first Chilean man to claim a grass-court title in the Open Era.
Tabilo reached the finals of the Chile Open and Santiago Open in 2024 and was a finalist at the Córdoba Open in 2022.
His career-high ATP ranking is No. 19, achieved on July 1, 2024, marking him as one of the top players from Chile.
Notably, he defeated world No. 1 Novak Djokovic at the Italian Open, a historic win for Chilean tennis.
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