ATP Rankings: 6 Players Born in the 2000s, a First in History
Since Shelton entered the top 10, the ATP rankings now feature six players born in the 2000s for the first time in its history.
Indeed, Sinner (2001), Alcaraz (2003), Draper (2001), Musetti (2002), Rune (2003), and Shelton (2002) are the players in question.
Another notable figure: Djokovic (May 22, 1987) is 16 years older than the youngest on the list, Alcaraz (May 5, 2003).
ATP Top 10:
1 – Sinner (2001)
2 – Alcaraz (2003)
3 – Zverev (1997)
4 – Fritz (1997)
5 – Djokovic (1987)
6 – Draper (2001)
7 – Musetti (2002)
8 – Paul (1997)
9 – Rune (2003)
10 – Shelton (2002)
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