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Taro Daniel
Right-Handed, Two-Handed Backhand · Turned pro 2010 · 191cm
Taro Daniel is a professional tennis player from Japan, 33 years old, ranked No. 193 on the ATP singles rankings as of September 21, 2026. Career-high ranking: No. 58 (January 15, 2024). Daniel has won 17 career singles titles from 35 finals (1 at tour level, 10 at Challenger level, 4 at ITF level, 2 at Davis Cup). Most recent title: Bratislava Challenger (2026), beating Shevchenko 3-6, 6-0, 7-6(2) in the final. In 2026 the record stands at 35-15 (0-1 at Grand Slam level, 4-2 at Tour level, 31-12 at Challenger level). Last match: lost to Sharipov 7-5, 7-6(5) in the R2 at Shanghai Challenger, September 9, 2026. Best surface by career win rate: clay (36–54).
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