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%) (67.5%) |
| Career titles | 8 |
| Highest ranking | No. 3 (November 21, 2016) |
| Current ranking | No. 441 (June 9, 2025) |
| 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%) (41.9%) |
| 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 (born December 27, 1990) is a Canadian professional tennis player. He reached world No. 3 in men's singles, which is the highest ranking ever for a Canadian male player. He has won eight titles on the ATP Tour and played in a major final at Wimbledon in 2016.
Raonic became well-known after reaching the fourth round of the 2011 Australian Open. Just three weeks later, he won his first ATP Tour title. His ranking quickly jumped from No. 152 to No. 37 in one month. He was named the 2011 ATP Newcomer of the Year. Raonic was the first player born in the 1990s to reach the top 10 and qualify for the ATP Finals. His best achievements include his 2016 Wimbledon final, reaching the semifinals at Wimbledon in 2014 and the Australian Open in 2016, and playing in four Masters finals. He is the first Canadian man in the Open Era to reach the Wimbledon final, the Australian Open semifinals, and the French Open quarterfinals.
Many people say Raonic has one of the best serves in tennis. He is known for winning 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 quick points. All his singles titles have been won on hardcourts. His overall winning percentage of 68% is very high among active players.
About Milos Raonic
Early Life and Family
Milos Raonic was born on December 27, 1990, in Titograd, Yugoslavia. His family moved to Canada in 1994 when he was three years old. They settled in Brampton, Ontario, looking for better opportunities.
Both of his parents are engineers. He has two older siblings, a sister named Jelena and a brother named Momir. Milos speaks both Serbian and English fluently.
How Milos Started Tennis
Raonic first tried tennis around age six or seven at a summer camp. He later asked his parents if he could play more. His father found a coach, Casey Curtis, who was unsure about taking him on. But Milos showed how dedicated he was by practicing with his dad and a ball machine every day for two months. He chose tennis because he liked that he could train alone with his dad.
Milos and Coach Curtis worked together almost every day for nine years. Milos was allowed to reduce his school hours to practice more, both before and after school. His family supported his tennis but always made sure he did well in school. He graduated high school a year early. In 2007, at 16, Raonic moved to Montreal to join Tennis Canada's new National Tennis Centre.
Hobbies and Interests
Milos Raonic enjoys watching sports. His favorite teams are FC Barcelona (soccer), the Toronto Blue Jays (baseball), the Toronto Maple Leafs (hockey), and the Toronto Raptors (basketball). He even played in the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game in Toronto in 2016.
He lives in Monte Carlo, Monaco, which is close to his tennis club. In April 2022, Milos married model Camille Ringoir.
Milos Raonic's Tennis Journey
Starting as an Amateur Player
Raonic first played in a junior tennis event in 2003 when he was 12. He won his first singles match at age 14 in 2005. His first junior titles in both singles and doubles came in 2006. He often played doubles with fellow Canadian Vasek Pospisil.
As a junior, Raonic played in many tournaments. He decided to become a professional player in 2008, turning down college scholarships. He aimed to reach the top 100 players in the world within two years. He achieved this goal in January 2011.
Early Professional Years (2008–2010)
After turning professional, Raonic played in smaller tournaments to gain experience. In 2009, he played in his first main ATP World Tour event, the Canadian Open. He almost won against a top 10 player, Fernando González.
In 2010, Raonic and Pospisil played doubles at the Canadian Open. They even beat famous players Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic in their first match together. Later that year, Raonic played in his first Grand Slam tournament, the US Open. He won his first ATP singles match in September 2010 at the Malaysian Open. He then played against world No. 1 Nadal at the Japan Open.
Breakthrough Season (2011)
The year 2011 was a big year for Raonic. He started ranked No. 156 and quickly rose to No. 37. He became the highest-ranked Canadian male player ever. He qualified for the Australian Open and reached the fourth round, beating a top 10 player, Mikhail Youzhny. This was a huge achievement for a qualifier.
Just two weeks later, Raonic won his first ATP title at the Pacific Coast Championships. He was the first player born in the 1990s to win an ATP title. The next week, he reached another final at the U.S. National Indoor Tennis Championships, but lost to Andy Roddick.
Raonic continued to play well, reaching a career-high ranking of No. 25 in May. He had to stop playing for a few months after injuring his hip at Wimbledon.
Continuing to Rise (2012)
Raonic started 2012 by winning two titles in his first three tournaments. He won the Chennai Open and successfully defended his title at the Pacific Coast Championships. He was the first player since Roger Federer in 2008 to not lose his serve during an entire tournament.
He played against Federer three times in 2012, winning the first set each time before losing the match. He also beat Andy Murray for the first time at the Barcelona Open. Raonic reached the fourth round of the US Open, losing to the eventual champion, Murray. He finished 2012 ranked No. 13.
Breaking into the Top 10 (2013)
In 2013, Raonic continued to do well in Grand Slam tournaments, reaching the fourth round of the Australian Open and the fourth round of the US Open.
He won his third straight title at the Pacific Coast Championships, becoming the only man in the Open Era to do so. He also won the Thailand Open. In August, Raonic reached his first Masters 1000 final at the Canadian Open. After this tournament, he reached world No. 10, becoming the first Canadian man and the first player born in the 1990s to enter the top 10.
First Grand Slam Semifinal (2014)
Raonic had a strong year in 2014. He improved his best results at five straight ATP 1000 events. He beat Andy Murray at the Indian Wells Masters.
At the French Open, he reached the quarterfinals for the first time in a major tournament. He then made it to his first major semifinal at Wimbledon. He was the first Canadian man to reach a major semifinal since 1908. He lost to Roger Federer in the semifinals.
Raonic won his first ATP 500 title at the Washington Open, beating fellow Canadian Vasek Pospisil in the first all-Canadian ATP final. He also qualified for the ATP Finals for the first time, a goal he had set years earlier. He finished the year ranked No. 8.
Injuries and Comebacks
Raonic faced several injuries in 2015. He reached the final of the Brisbane International and the quarterfinals of the Australian Open. He also beat Rafael Nadal for the first time at the Indian Wells Masters.
However, a pinched nerve in his foot required surgery, causing him to miss the French Open. He returned for the grass court season but continued to struggle with injuries throughout the year. He won his seventh singles title at the St. Petersburg Open. He ended 2015 ranked No. 14.
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First Grand Slam Final (2016)
In 2016, Raonic started strong by winning the Brisbane International, beating Roger Federer in the final. He then reached the semifinals of the Australian Open for the first time, but an injury during the match led to a loss against Andy Murray.
He reached the final of the Indian Wells Masters, losing to Novak Djokovic. At Wimbledon, Raonic made history by reaching his first Grand Slam final. He beat Roger Federer in the semifinals, but lost to Andy Murray in the final.
Raonic continued to face injuries, including a quadriceps tear. Despite this, he qualified for the ATP World Tour Finals again and reached the semifinals. He finished 2016 at a career-high ranking of No. 3 in the world.
Later Career and Return (2017–Present)
Raonic continued to battle injuries in 2017, which affected his performance. He reached two finals but did not win any titles that year. In 2018, he returned to the top 20 rankings. He reached the quarterfinals at Wimbledon and a final at the Stuttgart Open.
In 2019, Raonic reached the quarterfinals of the Australian Open for the fourth time. He did the same in 2020, reaching his fifth Australian Open quarterfinal. He also made it to his fourth Masters 1000 final at the Cincinnati Masters in 2020.
After struggling with calf and leg injuries for most of 2021, Raonic took a break from the tour. He made his comeback in 2023 during the grass court season. He won his first match back at the 2023 Libéma Open and also won a match at Wimbledon. He mentioned that 2023 might be his last Wimbledon. He also played in the Canadian Open and the US Open. In November 2023, he played for the Canadian Davis Cup team for the first time since 2018.
In January 2024, Raonic returned to the Australian Open but had to retire from his first-round match due to a leg injury. He continued to play in 2024, reaching quarterfinals at the 2024 Libéma Open and setting a new record for aces in a three-set match at the 2024 Queen's Club Championships.
Playing Style
Milos Raonic is famous for his incredibly powerful and accurate serve. This is why he is sometimes called "Missile Milos." Many experts believe his serve is one of the best of all time, alongside players like Ivo Karlović and John Isner. Even famous players like Pete Sampras and Serena Williams have praised his serve.
His strong serve helps him play an aggressive style of tennis, aiming for quick points. His forehand is also very strong. Raonic often tries to hit winners and finish points quickly. He likes to play on hard courts the most, where he has had the most success.
People have described Raonic as a very focused and analytical player. He once said that being the son of two engineers means he approaches things like a "numbers and calculation game."
Equipment and Sponsors
Raonic uses a Wilson BLX Blade 98 tennis racket. He is also sponsored by New Balance for his clothing and shoes. This deal is special because it's for his entire career and beyond.
Since 2014, Raonic has worn a sleeve on his right arm while playing. It started because of a rash, but he continued wearing it for comfort. The sleeve has become a recognizable part of his image, and fans even use the motto "Believe in the Sleeve."
He also has sponsorship deals with companies like Rolex (watches) and SAP (software).
Rivals and Friends
Playing Against the "Big Four"
The "Big Four" in tennis are Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, and Andy Murray. These are some of the best players in tennis history. Raonic has played against them many times. His biggest wins against them include beating Federer at the 2014 Paris Masters and at Wimbledon in 2016.
Milos Raonic and Kei Nishikori
Kei Nishikori is often seen as Raonic's main rival. They have very different playing styles: Raonic uses his power and serve, while Nishikori uses his quickness and smart play. Both players were the first from their countries to reach the top 10. They have played many close matches, with most of them going to the maximum number of sets.
Milos Raonic and Vasek Pospisil
Vasek Pospisil is a fellow Canadian tennis player and a friend of Raonic. They are similar in age and both came from Tennis Canada's development programs. They often played doubles together when they were younger and have been the top-ranked Canadian men for many years. They have even played against each other in important matches, including the first all-Canadian ATP final. They have also been teammates on the Canadian Davis Cup team.
Giving Back
In 2011, Milos Raonic decided to help children in need. In 2012, he started the Milos Raonic Foundation. This foundation helps children from disadvantaged backgrounds, especially those with physical disabilities. It aims to remove barriers that might stop them from becoming healthy and successful. The foundation has given money to places like the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital.
Raonic has also held special fundraising events called "Raonic Race for Kids." These events involve teams competing in fun challenges, often led by celebrities and other athletes.
In 2020, Raonic joined High Impact Athletes, an organization where professional athletes promise to donate at least 1% of their earnings to highly effective charities.
Awards and Recognition
- 2011 – ATP Newcomer of the Year
- 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 – Tennis Canada male player of the year
- 2012 – QMI Agency Canadian Male Athlete of the Year
- 2013, 2014 – Lionel Conacher Award
- 2014 – Emirates ATP Top 10 Trophy
- 2014 – Canadian Club of Toronto's Canadian of the Year
- 2016 – Toronto Sports Hall of Honour male athlete of the year
Images for kids
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Raonic serving at the 2011 Australian Open
See also
In Spanish: Miloš Raonić para niños
