Denis Shapovalov
Definition
Denis Shapovalov is a Canadian professional tennis player on the ATP Tour, known for his aggressive baseline game, powerful left-handed serve, and reaching a career-high ranking of world No. 10.
Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, to Russian parents, he holds Canadian citizenship and has been one of the top young talents in men's tennis, winning junior titles and multiple ATP events.
Examples
Denis Shapovalov fired a serve clocking over 140 mph, leaving his opponent wondering if it was tennis or artillery practice.
With a Shapovalov special backhand down the line, the crowd erupted as the underdog pulled off the upset.
Shapo's fiery on-court antics make every match feel like a tennis soap opera you can't look away from.
When Denis Shapovalov smashes winners like that, even the net seems to applaud.