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Jozef Kovalik
Right-Handed, Two-Handed Backhand · Turned pro 2010 · 183cm
Jozef Kovalik is a professional tennis player from Slovakia, 33 years old, ranked No. 889 on the ATP singles rankings as of August 31, 2026. Career-high ranking: No. 80 (October 22, 2018). Kovalik has won 18 career singles titles from 31 finals (9 at Challenger level, 9 at ITF level). Most recent title: Karlsruhe Challenger (2024), beating Ugo Carabelli 6-3, 7-6(2) in the final. In 2026 the record stands at 3-5 (1-3 at Challenger level, 2-2 at ITF / Futures level). Last match: lost to Poljicak 7-6(14), 6-3 in the Q3 at San Marino Challenger, July 27, 2026. Best surface by career win rate: clay (20–31).
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