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Kei Nishikori
Right-Handed, Two-Handed Backhand · Turned pro 2007 · 178cm
Kei Nishikori is a professional tennis player from Japan, 36 years old, ranked No. 436 on the ATP singles rankings as of September 21, 2026. Career-high ranking: No. 4 (March 20, 2017). Nishikori has won 30 career singles titles from 48 finals (12 at tour level, 8 at Challenger level, 1 at ITF level, 9 at Davis Cup). Most recent title: Helsinki Challenger (2024), beating Nardi 3-6, 6-4, 6-1 in the final. In 2026 the record stands at 0-0. Best surface by career win rate: indoor (85–38).
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