David Goffin: Belgian Tennis Star
Early Life and Career
David Goffin was born on December 7, 1990, in Liège, Belgium. He began playing tennis at age 5.
Goffin turned pro in 2009 and won his first Challenger title in 2010.
He broke into the top 100 in the ATP rankings in 2014.
Grand Slam Performance
- Best result: Quarterfinals at the 2017 Australian Open and 2016 French Open
- Reached the third round or better at every Grand Slam tournament
- Has a career Grand Slam win-loss record of 92-44
ATP Tour Victories
Goffin has won six ATP Tour singles titles, including the 2017 ATP Finals.
He has also won four doubles titles, all with compatriot Olivier Rochus.
Davis Cup
Goffin has been a key member of the Belgian Davis Cup team since 2010.
He has helped Belgium reach the semifinals twice, in 2015 and 2017.
Playing Style
Goffin is an all-court player with a solid all-around game.
He is known for his speed, agility, and consistency.
His forehand is one of the best in the world, and he also has a strong backhand and serve.
Career Highlights
- Career-high ranking of world No. 7 (November 2017)
- Sixth and final player to beat Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer at the same event (2017 ATP Finals)
- ATP Finals champion (2017)
- Four-time ATP Tour doubles champion
- Helped Belgium reach the Davis Cup semifinals (2015, 2017)
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