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The Kid takes down the GOAT: Everything you need to know about Czech teenage sensation Jakub Mensik, who outfoxed his idol Novak Djokovic to win his first ATP title.
Who is Jakub Mensik?
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Jakub Mensik is a Czech professional tennis player. He is ranked No. 24 on the ATP Tour, which he achieved on March 31, 2025, after his successful Miami Open run.
Mensik defeated his idol, 99-time ATP champion Novak Djokovic, in his maiden Masters final, claiming the first tour-level title of his embryonic career and becoming the ninth-youngest ATP Masters champion.
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He is the current No. 2 player from Czechia, behind Tomas Machac.
How old is Jakub Mensik?
Jakub Mensik was born on September 1, 2005, and is 19 years old (as of March 2025). At 19 years and 210 days, the teenager became the ninth-youngest Masters 1000 champion.
Jakub Mensik Height
Jakub Mensik is 6 ft 4 inches (1.93m) tall.
Where was Jakub Mensik born?
Jakub Mensik was born in Prostejov, Czech Republic.
When did Jakub Mensik start playing tennis?
According to the ATP Tour website, Jakub Mensik has been playing tennis since he was five years old.
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03:45 - 29.03.2025
Djokovic awaits: Mensik reveals BIZARRE Messi secret that inspired Miami Open success
Jakub Mensik attributed beating Taylor Fritz to a pre-match encounter with Lionel Messi and an unwashed hand, setting up a final showdown with his idol, Novak Djokovic.
When did Jakub Mensik turn pro?
Jakub Mensik turned pro in 2022.
Jakub Mensik Biography
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Jakub Mensik is a Czech professional tennis player who has rapidly ascended the ATP rankings, reaching a career-high of world No. 24 on March 31, 2025.
He was a highly successful junior player, achieving a combined ranking of world No. 3 in January 2022 and reaching the final of the 2022 Australian Open Junior singles, where he lost to Bruno Kuzuhara after suffering from cramps.
Mensik made significant strides on the ATP Challenger Tour in 2023. In May, at just 17 years old, he won the Sparta Prague Open, becoming the youngest Czech to win a Challenger title, emulating a feat last achieved by Tomas Berdych in 2003.
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He also qualified for his first Grand Slam main draw at the US Open, where he defeated Grégoire Barrère and Titouan Droguet to reach the third round, becoming the youngest man to win a main draw match at the US Open since Borna Coric in 2014.
The 2024 season saw Menšík continue his impressive progress. He qualified for the Australian Open and defeated Denis Shapovalov.
He then competed in the Qatar ExxonMobil Open as part of the #NextGen programme, where he defeated Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, Andy Murray in a marathon match and top seed Andrey Rublev to reach his first ATP final.
In the final, he lost to Karen Khachanov but became the youngest player in the top 100 as a result. He also made his Masters debut at the BNP Paribas Open and reached the third round of the Madrid Open.
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At the US Open, he reached the third round for a second consecutive year, defeating Felix Auger-Aliassime.
He reached his first Masters quarterfinal at the Shanghai Masters, defeating two top 10 players — Rublev and Grigor Dimitrov before falling to Djokovic in the quarter-finals.
In 2025, Mensik has continued to achieve milestones. He reached the third round of the Australian Open after upsetting Casper Ruud, thus recording his fifth top-10 victory.
Mensik embarked on a remarkable run at the Miami Open, reaching his first Masters semi-final after victories over Jack Draper, Roman Safiullin and Arthur Fils.
He then reached the final, defeating world No. 4 Taylor Fritz, marking the biggest win of his career by ranking for his seventh top-10 victory.
In a stunning final, Mensik defeated his idol Djokovic in straight sets, 7-6(4), 7-6(4), to win his maiden Masters title. The triumph propelled him into the top 25 of the ATP rankings
After the final, Mensik revealed that he had been close to withdrawing from the tournament due to knee pain, highlighting the resilience he showed throughout his victorious run.
Jakub Mensik Idol
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Jakub Mensik’s idol and mentor is Novak Djokovic, who inspired the Czech player’s love for tennis.
Mensik has consistently reiterated the 24-time Grand Slam champion’s influence in his career and did likewise after upsetting the 99-time titlist in Miami.
“Novak, everyone knows you’re the one… the reason I’m here,” said Mensik after his maiden Masters success. “I watched you growing up. I started to play tennis because of you.
“There is not a harder task for a tennis player than to beat you in the final of a tournament.
“Thank you so much for everything you’ve done in this sport and for everyone. You’re an incredible person. The greatest of all time.”
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Mensik’s favourite athlete is American basketball star Stephen Curry.
Jakub Mensik Ranking
Jakub Mensik is ranked No. 24 on the ATP Tour as of March 31, 2025, having risen to the top 25 after his successful run at the Miami Masters. Just two years ago, he held the No. 390 position.
Jakub Mensik Prize Money
Jakub Mensik’s career prize money is $3,022,836 (as of March 31, 2025).
The teenager’s earnings before the Miami Open were $1,898,456, but that increased after his success in Florida, which netted him $1,124,380.
Jakub Mensik Titles
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ATP Tour
Miami Open (2025)
Challenger Tour
Sparta Prague Open (2023)
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Jakub Mensik Coach
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Jakub Mensik's coach is Tomas Josefus.
From the age of eight until he was almost 14, Josefus was one of three coaches nurturing Mensik's talent in Prostejov.
Since those early days, he has been the primary coach guiding Mensik's development.
Jakub Mensik Parents
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Jakub Mensik's parents are Michal and Katerina Mensikova, both of whom witnessed his success at the Miami Open. Jakub has a brother named Lukas.
Jakub Mensik Girlfriend
It is unclear whether Jakub Mensik has a girlfriend. While there is reference to his coach, family and admiration for Novak Djokovic, there is no mention of any romantic relationships.
Jakub Mensik Net Worth
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Jakub Mensik's net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million.
The young player has earned $3,022,836 in prize money and is an Adidas athlete, which should enhance his overall wealth.
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As a young and rising star in the tennis world, Mensik's earning potential is likely to increase significantly as he achieves further success and gains greater recognition.
Although his current net worth may not compare to that of established tennis veterans, his career trajectory suggests a promising financial future.
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Jakub Mensik Instagram
Jakub Mensik maintains a presence on social media, particularly on Instagram (@mensik.jakub), where he shares insights about his life both on and off the court.
His fondness for Stephen Curry, his favourite athlete, and the Golden State Warriors, his favourite basketball team, is evident in his posts.
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