1. Overview
Grigor Dimitrov is a Bulgarian professional tennis player, widely recognized as the most successful male tennis player in Bulgarian history. He achieved a career-high singles ranking of World No. 3 by the ATP in November 2017, following his victory at the prestigious ATP Finals. Dimitrov has won nine ATP Tour singles titles, including his first ATP Tour title at the Stockholm Open in October 2013, making him the first Bulgarian man to achieve this feat.
His career is marked by significant milestones, such as capturing his first ATP Masters 1000 title at the Cincinnati Open in 2017. He has reached the semifinals of Grand Slam tournaments multiple times, including Wimbledon (2014), Australian Open (2017), and the US Open (2019). In 2024, he completed the career set of reaching the quarterfinals at all four Grand Slam tournaments and all nine active ATP Masters 1000 events, a rare achievement in men's tennis. Dimitrov holds the longest active streak of consecutive Grand Slam appearances, with 56 as of 2025. His accomplishments have earned him national and international recognition, including the Bulgarian Sportsperson of the Year award in 2014 and 2017, the Balkan Athlete of the Year award in 2017, and the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award in 2024.
2. Early Life and Background
Grigor Dimitrov was born on May 16, 1991, in Haskovo, Bulgaria. He is the only child of Dimitar Dimitrov, a tennis coach, and Maria Dimitrova, a former volleyball player and sports teacher. Dimitrov was introduced to tennis at a very young age; he first held a tennis racket, given to him by his mother, at the age of three, and by five, he was playing daily. In his formative years, his father served as his primary coach. Recognizing his talent in junior tournaments, his family decided he needed to train in more specialized conditions to further develop his skills.
At the age of 16, Dimitrov turned professional. In 2007, he joined the Sanchez-Casal academy, where he received further training under the guidance of Emilio Sánchez and Pato Álvarez. In March 2009, Dimitrov moved to Paris, France, to join Patrick Mouratoglou's tennis academy, where he spent the next four seasons.
Early in his career, Dimitrov gained the nickname "Baby Fed" due to the striking similarities in his stylish play and on-court demeanor to that of Roger Federer. This comparison was often drawn because of his elegant forehand, single-handed backhand, and serve. Beyond his tennis career, Dimitrov is fluent in both his native Bulgarian and English. His personal interests include sports, cars, computers, and watches.
3. Junior Career
Grigor Dimitrov had a highly successful junior tennis career, which saw him reach the world No. 1 ranking. At the age of 14, he claimed his first major junior title, the U14 European championship. In 2006, he won the Orange Bowl U16 boys' singles title and was later named the Eddie Herr International 2007 Rising Star.
In 2007, Dimitrov was a finalist at the Orange Bowl U18 boys' singles, losing to Ričardas Berankis. He also reached the US Open boys' doubles final with Vasek Pospisil, where they were defeated by Jonathan Eysseric and Jérôme Inzerillo.
The year 2008 marked the pinnacle of his junior career. He started the Grand Slam season with a quarterfinal appearance at the French Open, losing to Jerzy Janowicz. However, he went on to win the Wimbledon Championships, defeating Henri Kontinen in the final. He secured the title without dropping a set, despite playing with a shoulder injury throughout the tournament. This victory earned him a wildcard entry into the 2009 Wimbledon men's main draw and placed him among former junior champions like Roger Federer and Stefan Edberg.
His success continued at the US Open, which he won on September 7, defeating American qualifier Devin Britton in straight sets. On his path to the title, he also overcame top seed Yang Tsung-hua in the semifinals. Following this triumph, Dimitrov announced the end of his junior career to focus on improving his ATP rankings. On September 8, 2008, he officially became junior world No. 1, surpassing Yang Tsung-hua. He finished that year at No. 3 in the junior rankings. Throughout his junior career, Dimitrov compiled an impressive singles win-loss record of 74-28 and a doubles record of 42-20.
His Junior Grand Slam singles performance includes:
- Australian Open: Absent
- French Open: QF (2008)
- Wimbledon: W (2008)
- US Open: W (2008)
4. Professional Career
Grigor Dimitrov's professional career has seen a steady progression from his ATP Tour debut to becoming a top-ranked player, marked by significant title wins and consistent high-level performance.
4.1. Early Career and Top 100 Entry (2008-2011)
Dimitrov began actively participating in men's professional events in 2008. His first professional title was a Futures tournament on clay in Barcelona. His ATP-level debut occurred at the Rosmalen Open, where he lost to Igor Andreev. After winning the junior US Open, he secured back-to-back Futures titles in Madrid on hardcourt, which boosted his ranking by 300 places to a career-high of No. 477. This achievement earned him a wildcard into the qualifying draw of the Madrid Open, where he lost to Florent Serra. He achieved his first ATP-level win at the Swiss Indoors qualifying draw, defeating Jiří Vaněk.
In 2009, Dimitrov received a wildcard to the main draw of the Rotterdam Open, where he upset then-world No. 23, Tomáš Berdych, for his first ATP Tour main-draw win. In the second round, he faced world No. 1, Rafael Nadal, losing in three sets but putting up a strong fight. He made his Grand Slam debut at Wimbledon as a wildcard, but retired in his first-round match against Igor Kunitsyn due to a knee injury. He also won his first doubles Challenger title at the ATP Challenger Trophy with Teymuraz Gabashvili.
Dimitrov started 2010 with a quarterfinal finish at a Challenger event in New Caledonia. He then won his first ATP Tour match of the year on grass at the Queen's Club in London. He had a strong run at the Marburg Open, a Challenger event, reaching the semifinals after qualifying. Dimitrov's form improved significantly on the Challenger Tour, where he captured three consecutive titles: the Geneva Open Challenger, and back-to-back titles at the Bangkok Open and Bangkok Open 2. By the end of 2010, he reached a career-best ATP ranking of No. 106.
In 2011, Dimitrov qualified for the Australian Open main draw, defeating world No. 38, Andrey Golubev, to reach the second round of a Grand Slam for the first time, where he lost to Stanislas Wawrinka. This performance helped him achieve his then-highest ATP ranking of World No. 85, making him the top-ranked Bulgarian male tennis player of all time. He won the Challenger de Cherbourg title. At the Eastbourne International, he reached his second ATP quarterfinal and, partnering with Andreas Seppi, became the first Bulgarian man to reach an ATP doubles final. He ended 2011 ranked No. 76.
4.2. Breakthrough and Top 10 Ranking (2012-2014)
Dimitrov's 2012 season saw him make significant strides, including his first top-10 win. At the Miami Open, he upset world No. 7, Tomáš Berdych, marking his first victory over a top-ten player. He reached his first ATP semifinal at the Birmingham Championships, becoming the first Bulgarian male player to do so. He also reached semifinals at the Swedish Open and the Suisse Open Gstaad. Dimitrov finished 2012 ranked world No. 48.
The 2013 season was a landmark year as Dimitrov reached his first ATP singles final at the Brisbane International, becoming the first Bulgarian player to do so. He lost to Andy Murray but surpassed 1.00 M USD in prize money, a first for a Bulgarian male tennis player. At the Madrid Open, he recorded the biggest win of his career at that time, defeating world No. 1, Novak Djokovic, in a three-set match. In October, at the Stockholm Open, Dimitrov won his first ATP title by defeating top seed David Ferrer, becoming the first Bulgarian male player in the Open Era to win such a title. This victory propelled him to a career-best No. 22 in the world. He finished the year ranked 23rd in singles.
In 2014, Dimitrov continued his ascent, achieving three titles on three different surfaces. At the Australian Open, he had his best Grand Slam run to date, reaching his first major quarterfinal before losing to Rafael Nadal. This result saw him enter the world's top 20 for the first time, at No. 19, making him the first Bulgarian male tennis player to do so. He then won his first ATP 500 level tournament at the Acapulco hard court event, defeating Kevin Anderson. In April, he secured his first clay-court title at the Bucharest event, beating Lukáš Rosol. His strong form continued on grass, where he claimed his first grass-court title at the Queen's Club Championships in London, defeating Feliciano López in a historic three-tiebreak final.
At the 2014 Wimbledon Championships, Dimitrov reached his first Grand Slam semifinal by defeating defending champion Andy Murray in straight sets, becoming the first Bulgarian male player to reach that stage. He eventually lost to Novak Djokovic. This performance also marked his entry into the top-10 ATP rankings, at No. 9, another first for a Bulgarian male tennis player. He finished the year ranked 11th.
4.3. Peak Performance and Major Titles (2015-2017)
The 2015 season saw Dimitrov reach the fourth round of the Australian Open, where he lost to Andy Murray. He reached quarterfinals at the Monte-Carlo Masters and Madrid Masters, but overall experienced a period of inconsistent form, dropping out of the top 20 by October.
In 2016, Dimitrov reached his seventh career final at the Sydney International and his eighth at the Istanbul Open, where he famously lost after smashing three rackets. He returned to the fourth round of the US Open and reached the final of the China Open, where he lost to Andy Murray. He finished the year ranked 17th, having hired Daniel Vallverdu as his coach in June.
The 2017 season was Dimitrov's most successful. He started strongly by winning the Brisbane International, his first ATP title in nearly three years, defeating Kei Nishikori in the final. He then reached the semifinals of the Australian Open, losing a five-set thriller to Rafael Nadal that was later cited as one of the best Grand Slam matches of the year. In February, he won his second title of the year on home soil at the Sofia Open, defeating David Goffin.
In August, Dimitrov won his first Masters 1000 title at the Cincinnati Open, defeating Nick Kyrgios in the final without dropping a set throughout the tournament. This victory marked a significant milestone in his career. He qualified for the ATP Finals for the first time, becoming the first Bulgarian to do so. At the 2017 ATP Finals in London, Dimitrov dominated his group, defeating Rafael Nadal, Dominic Thiem, and David Goffin. He then overcame Jack Sock in the semifinals and defeated David Goffin again in the final in three sets, becoming an undefeated champion. This triumph was the biggest title of his career, earning him 2.55 M USD and 1,500 ranking points, which propelled him to a career-high world No. 3 ranking, finishing the year behind only Nadal and Federer. By the end of 2017, he had achieved 257 career match wins and cracked 10.00 M USD in career earnings.
4.4. Later Career and Notable Achievements (2018-Present)
The 2018 season began with Dimitrov reaching the quarterfinals of the Australian Open but losing to Kyle Edmund. He then reached the final of the Rotterdam Open, where he was defeated by Roger Federer. Despite reaching the semifinals of the Monte-Carlo Masters, he faced early exits in several other tournaments and struggled with a shoulder injury. His ranking dropped to World No. 8. He contributed to Team Europe's victory at the Laver Cup. Former world No. 1, Andre Agassi, joined Dimitrov's coaching team prior to the Paris Masters, though his struggles continued, and he did not qualify for the ATP Finals.
In 2019, Dimitrov continued to battle a shoulder injury, which led to a dip in his ranking to No. 78, his lowest in over seven years. However, he made a remarkable comeback at the US Open, where, unseeded, he upset third seed Roger Federer in a five-set quarterfinal match, marking his first career win against Federer after seven previous defeats. This run saw him reach his first Grand Slam semifinal since 2017, significantly boosting his ranking back to World No. 25. He also reached the semifinals of the Paris Masters.
The 2020 season saw Dimitrov captain the Bulgarian team in the inaugural 2020 ATP Cup, where he secured wins in both singles and doubles. He reached the fourth round of the French Open for the first time, finishing the year ranked world No. 19.
In 2021, Dimitrov reached his fourth quarterfinal at the Australian Open, defeating Dominic Thiem, but retired from the French Open due to back problems. He had a strong showing at the Indian Wells Masters, defeating world No. 2 and reigning US Open champion Daniil Medvedev to reach his first semifinal at that Masters event, also achieving his 100th Masters 1000 win.
The 2022 season saw Dimitrov achieve his 350th career win at the 2022 Delray Beach Open, becoming only the second man born in the 1990s or later to reach this milestone. He reached the semifinals of the Monte-Carlo Masters and the Erste Bank Open in Vienna, where he recorded his 30th top-10 win against Andrey Rublev. He finished the year in the top 30 for the tenth consecutive year.
In 2023, Dimitrov participated in the inaugural United Cup as Bulgaria's captain. He reached the third round of the 2023 Australian Open and the semifinals of the Rotterdam Open. He reached his first final since 2018 at the Geneva Open, losing to Nicolás Jarry. At the US Open, he recorded his 400th career win, becoming the first man born in the 1990s or later to hit this milestone and the tenth active men's player to do so. He also achieved his fourth top-10 win of the season against Holger Rune at the China Open. At the Shanghai Masters, he defeated world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz to reach his first Masters semifinal of the season. He concluded the year by reaching his first Masters final since 2017 at the Paris Masters, defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas before losing to Novak Djokovic, which saw him return to the top 15.
The 2024 season started with Dimitrov winning his ninth ATP title at the Brisbane International, his first title since 2017, by defeating Holger Rune in the final. This win also made him the player with the most match wins at the tournament (23). He reached his second final of the season at the Marseille Open and back-to-back semifinals at the Rotterdam Open. At the 2024 Miami Open, he completed the career set of quarterfinal appearances at all nine active Masters events, becoming the ninth active man to achieve this. He also recorded his 40th top-10 win against Carlos Alcaraz and reached his third Masters final, defeating Alexander Zverev for his first win against him in 10 years. This run propelled him back into the top 10 rankings for the first time since November 2018. At the 2024 French Open, he reached his maiden quarterfinal, completing the career set of Grand Slam and Masters 1000 quarterfinals. At the US Open, he reached his second quarterfinal at the tournament, securing his 450th career win and becoming the first player born in the 1990s to reach 300 hardcourt wins. He was part of the winning Team Europe at the 2024 Laver Cup. He recorded his 40th win for the season at the 2024 Shanghai Masters and his 100th indoor win at the 2024 Stockholm Open, becoming the first man born in the 1990s or later to achieve this. He concluded the year in the top 10 for the first time since 2017.
4.5. 2025: 25th win in Brisbane
In 2025, Dimitrov began his season at the 2025 Brisbane International. With his first-round win over Yannick Hanfmann, he became the player with the most wins in the tournament's history, surpassing Andy Murray, with a record of 24-6. He further extended this record to 25 wins by defeating Aleksandar Vukic to reach the quarterfinals.
5. National Representation
Grigor Dimitrov has consistently represented Bulgaria in various international team competitions, showcasing his commitment to national tennis.
5.1. Davis Cup
Dimitrov made his Davis Cup debut for the Bulgarian team in 2008 at the age of 16. Playing in his hometown of Plovdiv, he maintained an undefeated record in both singles and doubles, which helped promote Bulgaria into the second division of the Europe/Africa zone. In 2009, a 17-year-old Dimitrov again played for Bulgaria in the first round of the Davis Cup Europe/Africa zone, securing victories in both his singles rubbers, contributing to a narrow 3-2 win over Hungary. Despite taking some breaks from Davis Cup play in subsequent years, which led to Bulgaria's relegation to the lowest division, Dimitrov returned to the competition in 2012 as a top 100 player. The Bulgarian team, led by Dimitrov, easily navigated the round-robin tournament held in Sofia, earning promotion back to the second division of the Europe/Africa zone. Since then, while the team has not advanced past the first round, they have successfully won their two relegation ties, maintaining their position.
5.2. Olympic Games
Dimitrov has made two appearances at the Summer Olympic Games. His maiden Olympic participation was in 2012 London, representing Bulgaria. He competed in the singles competition, where he advanced past the first round by defeating Poland's Łukasz Kubot in straight sets. However, he was subsequently beaten in the second round by France's 12th seed Gilles Simon. Dimitrov's second Olympic appearance came at the 2016 Rio Games, where he faced an early exit, losing in the first round of the singles competition to Croatian Marin Čilić. Dimitrov did not participate in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, as he did not meet the minimal qualification requirements due to non-representation in the Davis Cup, despite initially registering for an ATP 250 tournament in Atlanta instead.
6. Playing Style
Grigor Dimitrov is known for his versatile and all-around playing style, which has often been described as one of the most unusual and aesthetically pleasing on the ATP Tour. His exceptional flexibility and comfort across all areas of the court have made him a highly talented and dynamic player. Dimitrov's game is characterized by his hustle, athleticism, fluid movement, and exceptional shot-making ability.
His forehand employs an eastern to semi-western grip, similar to that of Roger Federer. It is a powerful, accurate shot known for generating heavy topspin, which he uses effectively to create sudden pace in baseline rallies and catch opponents off guard. Dimitrov's single-handed backhand is considered one of the most versatile in the game. He can hit it with topspin, flat, or with a slice. Notably, John McEnroe has praised his backhand slice as the best in tennis. While he often uses his backhand as a rally stroke to construct points, he can also generate significant pace for immediate winners when presented with a weak return or to neutralize a fast-paced shot from his opponent. His ability to produce powerful backhands was notably displayed in his 2017 Australian Open semifinal against Rafael Nadal.
Dimitrov possesses a solid and fast serve, consistently reaching speeds of 130 mph (210 km/h) and occasionally up to 137 mph (220 km/h). His first serve is often pivotal, delivering aces at crucial moments. His second serve incorporates more topspin, making it slower but more consistent. A notable challenge in his game has been a tendency for double faults, with 254 recorded in his best season of 2017.
A widely praised aspect of Dimitrov's game is his variety and adaptability. He excels on all court surfaces, possessing strong groundstrokes and exceptional touch at the net. He frequently employs aggressive drop shots to surprise opponents and is known for using fakes, especially on the forehand side, to disguise drop shots as fast groundstrokes, often wrong-footing his adversaries. His speed and athleticism are remarkable, allowing him to slide into shots, sometimes even splitting, to reach difficult balls. He also occasionally dives to retrieve balls, a memorable instance being his second-round match at the Monte-Carlo Masters against Janko Tipsarević, where he dove to hit a drop-shot and win the point. This all-around play has led commentators and former players to describe his style as "classy" and "stylish."
Dimitrov is also recognized for his consistent ability to produce trick shots, alongside players like Gaël Monfils, Dustin Brown, Nick Kyrgios, and Roger Federer. He is known for a variety of unorthodox shots, including the tweener. While sometimes performed for entertainment, these shots highlight his exceptional skill. Some of his most famous trick shots include a behind-the-back drop-shot against Viktor Troicki at the 2012 Swiss Indoors, and successive between-the-leg shots off Jack Sock's returns at the 2014 Stockholm Open. The former was even considered the shot of the year in 2012.
Early in his career, Dimitrov's playing style and on-court actions led to frequent comparisons with Roger Federer, earning him the nickname "Baby Fed." However, over the years, he has established his own unique style, leading to a greater appreciation for his distinct game. He has won one of his eight official meetings with Federer, at the 2019 US Open.
7. Coaching
Grigor Dimitrov's coaching history reflects a journey of continuous development and refinement of his game, working with a series of notable coaches throughout his career.
In his childhood, Dimitrov was coached by his father, Dimitar, at Tennis Club Haskovo. As his talent became more evident, he began receiving coaching from abroad, including from the Spaniard Pato Alvarez, who also famously coached Andy Murray. Alvarez reportedly praised Dimitrov, stating he was the best 17-year-old he had ever coached.
Around the time of his breakthrough at the 2009 Rotterdam Open, Dimitrov formally began a coaching relationship with Peter Lundgren, a former coach of world No. 1s Marat Safin and Roger Federer. Lundgren also expressed high praise for Dimitrov, remarking that "he is better than Federer was at his age." This partnership concluded in June 2010.
Following Lundgren, Dimitrov was coached by Australian professional Peter McNamara from June 2010 until the end of the 2011 season. In 2012, in an effort to revitalize his performance, Dimitrov began working with Patrick Mouratoglou, training at the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy in Paris. However, this collaboration was short-lived, as Dimitrov left the academy in November 2012 to join the Good to Great Tennis Academy in Sweden, which is run by former touring professionals Magnus Norman, Nicklas Kulti, and Mikael Tillström.
On October 7, 2013, Dimitrov announced that he had hired Roger Rasheed, a coach known for working with players like Gaël Monfils, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, and Lleyton Hewitt. This partnership lasted until July 7, 2015, when Dimitrov announced their separation. On September 25, 2015, Dimitrov brought on Juan Martín del Potro's former coach, Franco Davín, but they parted ways in the first half of 2016.
Since June 2016, Dimitrov has primarily worked with Daniel Vallverdu, a former coach of Andy Murray, during whose tenure Murray won two Grand Slam titles. Dimitrov has frequently credited Vallverdu for his significant upturn in form during the 2017 season, including his ATP Finals victory, stating that Vallverdu changed his mentality towards the game and was a main factor in his improved performance against top-ten players. This successful partnership concluded on May 7, 2019, following a string of unsuccessful tournament results.
For 2020, Dimitrov worked with German coach Christian Groh. From January 3, 2021, he was coached by Dante Bottini, known for guiding Kei Nishikori to a career-high ranking of World No. 4. However, Dimitrov and Bottini split in September 2022.
In October 2022, Daniel Vallverdu agreed to coach Dimitrov again for the remainder of the 2022 season, and this collaboration was confirmed to continue into 2023. As of early 2025, Jamie Delgado is also listed as one of his coaches.
8. Equipment and Sponsorships
Grigor Dimitrov uses specific tennis equipment and has secured several endorsement deals throughout his career.
As of 2013, Dimitrov used a customized Wilson mid-size 93 square inches prototype racket, provided by the Wilson Pro Room Team. This racket, cosmetically resembling the Pro Staff 95 BLX, weighed approximately 12 oz strung and featured a 16x19 string pattern. In 2014, he switched to an 18x17 string pattern. From 2015 onwards, he transitioned to a 97 square inches head size, similar to Federer's frame but with an 18x17 pattern. In 2016, he collaborated with the Wilson Pro Room Team to develop the model now known as the Pro Staff 97S, which features a thinner beam width of 0.8 in (19.5 mm).
Since the beginning of his professional career in 2010, Dimitrov was sponsored by Nike, wearing their apparel and the Nike Air Zoom Vapor Pro shoes. He previously wore the Air Zoom Vapor X, which was also Roger Federer's shoe of choice until 2021. From the 2023 French Open onwards, Dimitrov became an ambassador for Lacoste, wearing their apparel and accessories.
His professional endorsement agreements include Nike, Wilson Sporting Goods, and Lacoste. Historically, he has also served as a brand ambassador for a variety of other companies, including Rolex, Häagen-Dazs, American Express, Jet Smarter, Vitamin Well, Creed, and Telenor. In 2023, he also entered into a multilevel partnership agreement with Bianchet.
9. Honours and Awards
Grigor Dimitrov has received numerous significant awards and accolades throughout his career, recognizing his achievements and contributions to tennis.
- Best young tennis player in Bulgaria - 2005
- Bulgarian Sportsperson of the Year - 2014, 2017
- Sports Icarus Award - 2014, 2017
- Balkan Athlete of the Year - 2017
- Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award - 2024
10. Career Statistics and Records
Grigor Dimitrov's career has been marked by consistent performance and several notable records in the Open Era.
10.1. Performance Timeline
This table summarizes Dimitrov's singles performance across all four Grand Slam tournaments.
| Tournament | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | SR | W-L | Win% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Open | A | Q1 | 2R | 2R | 1R | QF | 4R | 3R | SF | QF | 4R | 2R | QF | 2R | 3R | 3R | 1R | 0 / 15 | 33-15 | 69% |
| French Open | A | A | 1R | 2R | 3R | 1R | 1R | 1R | 3R | 3R | 3R | 4R | 1R | 3R | 4R | QF | 0 / 14 | 21-14 | 60% | |
| Wimbledon | 1R | A | 2R | 2R | 2R | SF | 3R | 3R | 4R | 1R | 1R | NH | 2R | 1R | 4R | 4R | 0 / 14 | 22-14 | 61% | |
| US Open | Q2 | A | 1R | 1R | 1R | 4R | 2R | 4R | 2R | 1R | SF | 2R | 2R | 2R | 3R | QF | 0 / 14 | 21-14 | 60% | |
| Win-loss | 0-1 | 0-0 | 2-4 | 3-4 | 3-4 | 12-4 | 6-4 | 7-4 | 11-4 | 6-4 | 9-4 | 5-3 | 6-4 | 4-4 | 10-4 | 13-4 | 0-1 | 0 / 57 | 97-57 | 63% |
10.2. Major Finals
Grigor Dimitrov has reached the finals of several major tournaments, including the ATP Finals and ATP Masters 1000 events.
10.2.1. ATP Finals
Grigor Dimitrov has appeared in one ATP Finals singles final, which he won.
| Result | Year | Tournament | Surface | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | 2017 | ATP Finals, London | Hard (i) | David Goffin | 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 |
10.2.2. ATP Masters 1000
Dimitrov has reached three ATP Masters 1000 singles finals, winning one title and finishing as runner-up twice.
| Result | Year | Tournament | Surface | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Win | 2017 | Cincinnati Open, United States | Hard | Nick Kyrgios | 6-3, 7-5 |
| Loss | 2023 | Paris Masters, France | Hard (i) | Novak Djokovic | 4-6, 3-6 |
| Loss | 2024 | Miami Open, United States | Hard | Jannik Sinner | 3-6, 1-6 |
10.3. Records
Grigor Dimitrov holds several notable records in the Open Era.
| Time span | Record accomplished | Players matched |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Won the ATP Finals title on debut | 6 others: Stan Smith, Ilie Năstase, Guillermo Vilas, John McEnroe, Àlex Corretja, Stefanos Tsitsipas |
| 2011-2025 | Longest active streak of Grand Slam appearances (56) | Stands alone |
| 2013-2024 | Active player to complete the career set of both Grand Slams and Masters quarterfinals | 6 others: Novak Djokovic, Marin Čilić, Daniil Medvedev, Andrey Rublev, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray |