Milos Raonic facts for kids
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Raonic at the 2017 Wimbledon Championships
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| Native name | Милош Раонић Miloš Raonić |
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| Country (sports) |  Canada |
| Residence | Monte-Carlo, Monaco |
| Born | December 27, 1990 Titograd, SR Montenegro, SFR Yugoslavia |
| Height | 1.96 m (6 ft 5 in) |
| Turned pro | 2008 |
| Plays | Right-handed (two-handed backhand) |
| Coach | Mario Tudor (2019–) |
| Prize money | US $20,753,024
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| Singles | |
| Career record | 383–184 (67.55% in ATP Tour and Grand Slam main draw matches, and in Davis Cup) |
| Career titles | 8 |
| Highest ranking | No. 3 (November 21, 2016) |
| Current ranking | No. 237 (October 14, 2024) |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| Australian Open | SF (2016) |
| French Open | QF (2014) |
| Wimbledon | F (2016) |
| US Open | 4R (2012, 2013, 2014, 2018) |
| Other tournaments | |
| Tour Finals | SF (2016) |
| Olympic Games | 2R (2012) |
| Doubles | |
| Career record | 26–36 (41.94% in ATP Tour and Grand Slam main draw matches, and in Davis Cup) |
| Career titles | 0 |
| Highest ranking | No. 103 (June 10, 2013) |
| Other doubles tournaments | |
| Olympic Games | 1R (2024) |
| Team competitions | |
| Davis Cup | SF (2013) |
| Hopman Cup | RR (2014) |
Milos Raonic (Serbian: Милош Раонић, Miloš Raonić, born December 27, 1990) is a professional tennis player from Canada. He became the highest-ranked Canadian player ever, reaching world No. 3 in singles. Milos was the first Canadian man in the modern tennis era to reach the Wimbledon final. He also made it to the semifinals of the Australian Open and the quarterfinals of the French Open. So far, he has won eight titles on the ATP Tour.
Milos Raonic's best moments include playing in the final of the 2016 Wimbledon Championships. He also reached the semifinals at Wimbledon in 2014 and the Australian Open in 2016. He played in four big ATP World Tour Masters 1000 finals. Milos first became well-known in 2011. He reached the fourth round of the Australian Open as a qualifier. People said he was the future of tennis. After winning his first ATP title soon after, his ranking jumped from No. 152 to No. 37 in just one month. He was named the 2011 ATP Newcomer of the Year. Milos was the first player born in the 1990s to reach the top 10 and qualify for the ATP finals.
People often say Milos has one of the best serves in tennis. He wins 91% of his service games, which is one of the best records ever. His strong serve helps him play an all-court style, focusing on winning points quickly. All his singles titles have been on hardcourts. He has a winning percentage of 68%, which is very high among active players.
About Milos Raonic
Early Life and Family
Milos Raonic was born on December 27, 1990. This was in Titograd, Yugoslavia, which is now Podgorica, Montenegro. His family is of Serb heritage. When he was three, in 1994, his family moved to Canada. They settled in Brampton, Ontario, to find better opportunities. This move was due to the breakup of Yugoslavia and conflicts there.
Both of his parents are engineers. His father, Dušan, has a Ph.D. in electrical engineering. His mother, Vesna, has degrees in mechanical and computer engineering. Milos has two older siblings, a sister named Jelena and a brother named Momir. Milos speaks both Montenegrin and English very well.
How Milos Started Tennis
Milos first tried tennis at age six or seven. He went to a week-long tennis camp. Later, he had weekly group lessons with coach Steve Gibson, who saw his talent. A couple of years later, Milos asked his parents if he could play tennis again. His father found coach Casey Curtis. Curtis was unsure at first, but Milos showed how serious he was. He worked with his father and a ball machine every day for two months. Milos later said he chose tennis because he could train more by himself.
Milos and Curtis worked together almost every day for nine years. Milos was allowed to spend less time at school to practice more. He practiced both before and after school. His family supported his tennis, driving him to practices and tournaments. But they always made sure he did well in school. He graduated from Thornhill Secondary School a year early. In late 2007, at 16, Milos moved to Montreal. He joined the new National Tennis Centre. This was the end of his formal training with Curtis.
Milos's Interests and Home
Milos loves sports. His favorite teams are FC Barcelona, the Toronto Blue Jays, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Toronto Raptors. He even played in the 2016 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game in Toronto.
In 2011, while recovering from an injury, he worked as an analyst for Rogers Sportsnet. In November 2011, Milos won a special match against his childhood hero, Pete Sampras. In 2012, he moved to Monte Carlo, Monaco. His apartment is close to his "home" tennis club, the Monte Carlo Country Club. In April 2022, Milos married model Camille Ringoir in Italy.
Milos's Tennis Journey
Early Professional Years (2008–2010)
Milos became a professional tennis player in September 2008. He played in smaller tournaments at first. In March 2009, he won his first singles title in Montreal. He won three more singles titles and five doubles titles by the end of 2010.
In 2009, Milos played in the main draw of an ATP World Tour tournament for the first time. He lost to No. 10 Fernando González. In 2010, he and his Canadian partner, Vasek Pospisil, beat Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic in doubles. This was a big win! Milos played in his first Grand Slam tournament at the 2010 US Open. He qualified but lost in the first round. His first singles win at an ATP main draw event was in September 2010. He later played against No. 1 Nadal at the 2010 Japan Open.
Milos's coaching changed during these years. In late 2010, Tennis Canada hired former player Galo Blanco to coach him. Milos moved to Barcelona to train with Blanco.
Breakthrough and First Title (2011)
The start of 2011 was a huge step for Milos. His ranking jumped from No. 156 to No. 37 in two months. He became the highest-ranked Canadian male player ever. He qualified for the Australian Open main draw. He won his first Grand Slam match there. He then beat No. 22 seed Llodra, becoming the first Canadian man in 10 years to reach the third round of a Grand Slam. He even beat a top 10 player, Mikhail Youzhny, to reach the fourth round.
Even though he lost to No. 7 David Ferrer, Milos got great reviews. Tennis experts called him "the real deal" and a "new star." Two weeks later, Milos won his first ATP title at the Pacific Coast Championships. He was the first player born in the 1990s to win an ATP title. This was also the first ATP title for a Canadian since 1995. The next week, he reached another final but lost to Andy Roddick.
With his higher ranking, Milos could enter bigger tournaments directly. He reached the third round at the Indian Wells Masters and the Monte-Carlo Masters. In May, his ranking reached a new high of No. 25. At Wimbledon, he got injured and had hip surgery. This kept him from playing until September.
Continuing to Rise (2012)
Milos started 2012 by winning two titles in his first three tournaments. He won his second ATP title at the Chennai Open. He beat two top 10 players in a row for the first time. He also defended his title at the Pacific Coast Championships.
He played against No. 3 Roger Federer three times, winning the first set each time but losing the match. He beat No. 4 Andy Murray at the Barcelona Open. This was his first win against one of the "Big Four" players. In August, his ranking reached No. 19, putting him in the top 20 for the first time. At the US Open, he reached the fourth round. He also reached the final of the Japan Open for the third time. Milos finished 2012 ranked No. 13.
Top 10 and First Masters Final (2013)
In 2013, Milos continued to do well in Grand Slam tournaments. He reached the fourth round of the Australian Open and the US Open. He won his third straight title at the Pacific Coast Championships. He is the only man in the modern era to win this event three times in a row. In September, he won the Thailand Open.
He reached his first big ATP 1000 final at the Canadian Open in August. He lost to Nadal in the final. After this tournament, Milos was ranked No. 10. He was the first Canadian player and the first player born in the 1990s to reach the top 10.
In 2013, Milos again led the ATP in points won on first serve. He changed coaches, hiring former No. 3 player Ivan Ljubičić and later Riccardo Piatti.
First Grand Slam Semifinal (2014)
Milos started 2014 by reaching the third round of the Australian Open. He then improved his best results at five big ATP 1000 events. He beat No. 6 Murray at the Indian Wells Masters. His ranking reached a new high of world No. 9.
At the French Open, Milos reached the quarterfinals for the first time in a major tournament. This made him the first Canadian man to do so in the modern era. He lost to Djokovic. At Wimbledon, Milos reached his first major semifinal. He was the first Canadian men's singles player to reach a major semifinal since 1908. He lost to Federer in the semifinals. After this, his world ranking improved to a career-high No. 6.
Milos won his first ATP 500 title at the Washington Open. He beat fellow Canadian Pospisil in the first all-Canadian final in ATP history. Milos also qualified for the 2014 ATP Finals, where only the top eight players play. He was the first Canadian to do this. Milos ended 2014 ranked No. 8. He served a career-high 1107 aces that year.
Injuries and Comebacks (2015-Present)
Milos started 2015 by reaching the final at the Brisbane International. He lost to Federer. He then reached the quarterfinals of the Australian Open. At the Indian Wells Masters, he beat No. 3 Nadal for the first time.
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In April, Milos had a foot injury and needed surgery. His world ranking reached a new career-high of No. 4, the highest for a Canadian man or woman. After surgery, he missed the French Open. He struggled with injuries for the rest of 2015. He won his seventh singles title in September at the St. Petersburg Open. In late 2015, Milos changed coaches again, adding former No. 1 player Carlos Moyá to his team.
First Grand Slam Final (2016)
Milos won his eighth career title at the Brisbane International, beating Federer. At the Australian Open, he reached the semifinals for the first time. He lost to Murray in a tough five-set match.
He reached the final of the Indian Wells Masters, but lost to Djokovic. Milos then reached his first grass court final at the Queen's Club Championships, losing to Murray. At Wimbledon, Milos reached his first Grand Slam final. He beat Federer in the semifinals, but lost to Murray in the final. He served the fastest serve of the tournament at 147 mph (237 km/h).
Milos reached a career-high ranking of No. 3, finishing the year behind only Murray and Djokovic. He ended his coaching with Moya and added former Wimbledon champion Richard Krajicek to his team.
More Injuries and Comebacks (2017-Present)
In 2017, Milos reached the semifinals of the Brisbane International. He made it to the quarterfinals of the Australian Open for the third year in a row. He also reached the final in Delray Beach, but had to withdraw due to a hamstring injury. He reached another final in Istanbul. At Wimbledon, he made it to the quarterfinals but lost to Federer. Milos struggled with injuries for the rest of 2017.
In 2018, Milos's ranking dropped to No. 24. He reached his first Masters 1000 semifinal since 2016 at Indian Wells. He also reached a final at the Stuttgart Open, but lost to Federer. At Wimbledon, he reached the quarterfinals.
In 2019, Milos reached the quarterfinals of the Australian Open for the fourth time. He beat Nick Kyrgios and Stan Wawrinka. He lost to Lucas Pouille in the quarterfinals.
In 2020, Milos reached the quarterfinals of the Australian Open again. He lost to Djokovic. He then reached his fourth ATP Masters 1000 final at the Cincinnati Masters. He beat Andy Murray and Stefanos Tsitsipas before losing to Djokovic in the final. He ended the year with two more semifinal appearances.
In 2021, Milos played in the 2021 ATP Cup for Canada. He reached the fourth round of the Australian Open. He then struggled with calf and leg injuries and took a long break.
Milos planned to return to tennis in 2023. He played in the grass court season. He won his first match back at the 2023 Libéma Open. He also won his first Grand Slam match since 2021 at Wimbledon. He said this might be his last Wimbledon. He also played in the Canadian Open and the US Open. In November 2023, he played for Canada in the Davis Cup.
In January 2024, Milos returned to the Australian Open. He had to retire from his first-round match due to a leg injury. In June 2024, he reached the quarterfinals at the 2024 Libéma Open. He then set a new record at the 2024 Queen's Club Championships by hitting 47 aces in a three-set match.
Playing for Canada
Milos has always been proud to play for Canada. He wanted to help grow tennis in his home country. He said he wanted to make a difference and inspire more top players in the future.
Davis Cup
Milos has played for Canada in the Davis Cup many times. He has won 16 matches in 22 Davis Cup appearances. He is one of the most successful players in Canadian Davis Cup history. He helped Canada reach the Davis Cup semifinals for the first time since 1913 in 2013.
Olympics
Milos represented Canada at the London 2012 Olympics. He played in the singles competition. He lost a very long match to French player Tsonga, which set three Olympic tennis records for games played. Milos decided not to play in the 2016 Summer Olympics due to health concerns.
Hopman Cup
In 2014, Milos played for Canada in the Hopman Cup with Eugenie Bouchard. They won most of their matches, but Canada did not make it to the finals.
How Milos Plays Tennis
Milos Raonic is famous for his very powerful and accurate serve. This is why his nickname is "Missile." Many people say he has one of the best serves ever. Even his childhood hero, Pete Sampras, called his serve "bigger than big." Novak Djokovic once said he felt "helpless" trying to return Milos's serve. Serena Williams also said she would love to have Milos's serve. Milos wins 91% of his service games, which is one of the best records in tennis history. He also has one of the fastest serves ever recorded.
Milos plays an all-court style, meaning he uses all parts of the court. He likes to finish points quickly. His forehand shot is stronger than his backhand. He often runs around his backhand to hit a powerful forehand instead. He tries to be aggressive and hit more winners than his opponents. Sometimes, he comes to the net to finish points quickly.
Milos prefers playing on hard courts. Most of his titles and big wins have been on hard courts.
People used to say Milos was a "hothead" on court. But as he got older, he became known as "stoic" and "emotionless." He once said, "I'm the son of two engineers, so everything is a numbers and calculation game." He is very systematic in his training.
Some people have pointed out areas for Milos to improve, like his return of serve, his speed, and his backhand. His height (196 cm or 6 ft 5 in) helps his serve but can make moving around the court harder.
What Milos Uses and Wears
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Milos uses a Wilson BLX Blade 98 tennis racket. In 2013, he became the first tennis player to wear New Balance clothing and shoes. This deal was later extended for his whole career.
Since 2014, Milos has worn a sleeve on his right arm. It started because of a rash, but he kept wearing it for comfort. The sleeve has become a unique part of his look. Fans even say, "Believe in the Sleeve!"
Milos also has sponsorship deals with companies like Aviva (insurance), Canada Goose (apparel), Rolex (watches), and SAP (software).
Milos's Tennis Friends and Rivals
Milos and the Big Four
Milos has played against the "Big Four" of tennis: Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, and Andy Murray. He has a record of 9 wins and 36 losses against them. He has not beaten Djokovic yet (0-11). He has beaten Nadal twice, Federer three times, and Murray four times.
Many of Milos's deepest runs in big tournaments have ended with a loss to one of the Big Four. For example, he lost to Nadal in the 2013 Canadian Open final and to Federer in the 2014 Wimbledon semifinal. His first win against Federer was in 2014, which was a very important win for him. His win against Federer at Wimbledon in 2016 was his first Grand Slam win against a Big Four player.
Milos and Kei Nishikori
Kei Nishikori is often seen as Milos's main rival. They have different strengths: Milos uses his power and serve, while Nishikori uses his cleverness and speed. Both were the first players from their countries to reach the top 10. Nishikori has won 5 of their 7 matches. Their matches are often very close, with many sets going to a tiebreak. One of their matches at the US Open lasted over 4 hours and ended very late at night.
Milos and Vasek Pospisil
Vasek Pospisil is more of a friend than a rival to Milos. They are similar in age and both came from Canada's tennis programs. They often played doubles together when they were younger. Milos and Vasek have been the top two Canadian men's players for many years. They have played each other twice in ATP tournaments. Milos won the first all-Canadian semifinal and the first all-Canadian final in ATP history against Vasek. They are also frequent teammates in the Davis Cup.
Milos, John Isner, and Ivo Karlović
Milos is often compared to John Isner and Ivo Karlović. All three are known for their incredibly strong serves. They often lead the ATP in service games won and aces. They haven't played each other very often.
Helping Others
In 2011, while recovering from an injury, Milos decided to help others. He wanted to help children who face challenges. In 2012, he started the Milos Raonic Foundation. Its goal is to help children from disadvantaged backgrounds. This includes removing money, physical, or other problems that stop them from being healthy and successful. The foundation especially helps children with physical disabilities. By 2016, the foundation had given $120,000 to a kids' rehabilitation hospital and $30,000 to the Canadian Paralympic Committee.
Milos and his parents are the directors of the foundation. They have held special events to raise money. These events included "Raonic Race for Kids" where teams competed in fun challenges. Celebrities and other athletes joined in. In December 2020, Milos joined High Impact Athletes. This group encourages athletes to donate part of their income to very effective charities.
Career Highlights
Grand Slam Tournament Results
| W | F | SF | QF | #R | RR | Q# | A | NH |
Current through the 2024 US Open.
| Tournament | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | SR | W–L | Win% |
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| Australian Open | A | 4R | 3R | 4R | 3R | QF | SF | QF | 1R | QF | QF | 4R | A | A | 1R | 0 / 12 | 34–12 | 74% |
| French Open | A | 1R | 3R | 3R | QF | A | 4R | 4R | A | A | A | A | A | A | A | 0 / 6 | 14–6 | 70% |
| Wimbledon | A | 2R | 2R | 2R | SF | 3R | F | QF | QF | 4R | NH | A | A | 2R | A | 0 / 10 | 28–10 | 74% |
| US Open | 1R | A | 4R | 4R | 4R | 3R | 2R | A | 4R | A | 2R | A | A | 1R | A | 0 / 9 | 16–9 | 64% |
| Win–loss | 0–1 | 4–3 | 8–4 | 9–4 | 14–4 | 8–3 | 15–4 | 11–3 | 7–3 | 7–2 | 5–2 | 3–1 | 0–0 | 1–2 | 0–1 | 0 / 37 | 92–37 | 71% |
Note: Milos Raonic has not played doubles at any Grand Slam tournament.
Grand Slam Finals: 1 (1 Runner-up)
| Result | Year | Tournament | Surface | Opponent | Score |
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| Loss | 2016 | Wimbledon | Grass |  Andy Murray |
4–6, 6–7(3–7), 6–7(2–7) |
Awards and Honors
- 2011 – ATP Newcomer of the Year
- 2011 – Tennis Canada male player of the year
- 2012 – QMI Agency Canadian Male Athlete of the Year
- 2012 – Tennis Canada male player of the year
- 2013 – Tennis Canada male player of the year
- 2013 – Lionel Conacher Award
- 2014 – Emirates ATP Top 10 Trophy
- 2014 – Tennis Canada male player of the year
- 2014 – Lionel Conacher Award
- 2014 – Canadian Club of Toronto's Canadian of the Year
- 2015 – Tennis Canada male player of the year
- 2016 – Toronto Sports Hall of Honour male athlete of the year
- 2016 – Tennis Canada male player of the year
Images for kids
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Raonic at the 2017 Wimbledon Championships
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Raonic lunging to his right behind the baseline, with his racquet stretching to reach the approaching ball. Scoreboard in the background.
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Raonic with his mouth open looks to the left, presumably to the crowd, and holds his racquet in his left hand.
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Raonic sliding forward on clay, leading with his right leg. He is about to hit a two-handed backhand shot. In the background, a line judge sits.
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Raonic dressed in all white, bending forward slightly. His racquet is in his right hand, below the ball, about to make contact.
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Raonic standing on clay, with his feet wide apart, both hands on his racquet, and looking left. His shadow stretches out sharply to the left.
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Ivan Ljubičić standing in athletic gear and sunglasses, holding a racquet in his right hand and three balls in his left hand.
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Milos Raonic was a finalist at Wimbledon in 2016. This was his first appearance in a Grand Slam final.
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Raonic at the 2024 Libéma Open
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Raonic looks up in the air, his racquet pointing down in his left hand and a ball cradled in his right hand. In the background, a spectator holds a Canadian flag.
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Closeup of Raonic, wearing a red short-sleeved shirt, a grey sleeve on his right arm, and black wristbands. He is holding his racquet up to the right in both hands, looking left.
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