Grigor Dimitrov Quick Info | |
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Height | 6 ft 3 in |
Weight | 81 kg |
Date of Birth | May 16, 1991 |
Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Grigor Dimitrov is a Bulgarian tennis professional player who was ranked the world’s #3 male tennis player in November 2017 by ATP. He is the first Bulgarian tennis player who has achieved the top 10 ATP singles ranking. Also, he has won more than $15 million in prize money, making him the first Bulgarian professional tennis player to achieve this feat. In his junior tennis career, he was the #1 tennis player.
Born Name
Grigor Dimitrov
Nick Name
Grisho, Baby Fed, G-Force, PT (Prime Time)
Sun Sign
Taurus
Born Place
Haskovo, Bulgaria
Residence
Monte Carlo, Monaco
Nationality
Education
In 2008, Grigor Dimitrov moved to Paris and got enrolled in a course at Patrick Mouratoglou’s Tennis Academy to hone his skills.
Previously, he had trained at the Sánchez-Casal Academy under the tutelage of Emilio Sánchez and Pato Álvarez in Barcelona. He had joined the academy at the age of 15.
Occupation
Professional tennis player
Family
- Father – Dimitar Dimitrov (Tennis Coach)
- Mother – Maria Dimitrov (Former Volleyball Coach and Sports Teacher)
- Siblings – He is an only child.
Manager
Grigor Dimitrov is represented by Team8 (Sports Management Company).
Plays
Right-Handed (One-Handed Backhand)
Turned Pro
2008
Build
Athletic
Height
6 ft 3 in or 190.5 cm
Weight
81 kg or 178.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Grigor Dimitrov has dated
Race / Ethnicity
White
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Prominent nose
- Strong and heavy jawline
Brand Endorsements
Grigor Dimitrov has appeared in a TV commercial for a range of tennis products from Wilson Sporting Goods.
He has also done endorsement work for Outside the Ball.
He has also been featured alongside Maria Sharapova in a TV commercial for Nike.
He has also endorsed Rolex.
Best Known For
Being the most successful Bulgarian male tennis player. He is the first and the only Bulgarian player to have won an ATP title in the singles category. He is also the first Bulgarian player to have reached the doubles final.
First Tennis Match
Dimitrov started his professional tennis career in 2008. His first ATP-level match was against Igor Andreev at the Ordina Open. However, he failed to win the match and went down in straight sets.
First TV Show
Apart from the telecast of tennis matches and various tennis tournaments, Grigor Dimitrov hasn’t appeared on any TV show.
Personal Trainer
In the off-season, Dimitrov works hard in the gym in Monte Carlo to prepare for the upcoming season. His off-season workout regime is very dynamic and includes several different components and training philosophies. They use bands for Isometric training, which strengthens muscles. Functional training exercises also form an important part of the workout. For functional training, they rely on the machine as well as free weight exercises.
Another important part of his workout regime is core strengthening. The core power is especially important for tennis players as it plays a key role in generating power in the shots. He also works on his flexibility and agility. Before he starts his tennis drills, he performs a number of sprints. The cardio is usually done indoors in the gym on the treadmill and stair climbing machine.
Grigor Dimitrov Favorite Things
- Movie – The Notebook (2004)
- Dream Player For Doubles Or Mixed Doubles – John McEnroe and Maria Sharapova
- Tournament – Wimbledon
- Actor, He Would Like To Play Him In The Movie – Johnny Depp
- Off-Court Style – Bohemian and grungy style
- Tennis Style Icons – Andre Agassi
- Colors – Red and Black
- Goto Meal – In-N-Out burgers
- New York City Spot – Central Park
- Idols – Roger Federer and Pete Sampras
- Musician – Lil Wayne
Grigor Dimitrov Facts
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