How a doubles specialist rewrote German tennis history
In short: While singles stars often dominate the headlines, Kevin Krawietz has been quietly building a legacy of precision and partnership. From unseeded Grand Slam victories to breaking decades-old records, his journey through the ATP doubles circuit reveals the immense power of the right partnership.
Born on 24 January 1992, Kevin Krawietz has evolved from a junior champion into one of the world's premier doubles specialists. His career is defined by significant partnerships, most notably with Andreas Mies. Together, they achieved a historic feat by winning the 2019 and 2020 French Open titles. This run made them the first all-German team to win a Grand Slam in the Open Era, a milestone not seen since the duo of Gottfried von Cramm and Henner Henkel in 1937.
Krawietz's success is not limited to a single partner. His recent years have been marked by a highly successful collaboration with Tim Pütz. In 2024, the pair achieved several landmarks, including winning the ATP Finals and reaching the final of the US Open. As the initial all-German pair to advance to both the ATP Finals semifinals and the championship match, they also marked the first time No. 8 seeds have attained the tournament's doubles final.
Beyond the major trophies, Krawietz has demonstrated remarkable versatility across different surfaces and formats. His trophy cabinet includes an ATP Masters 1000 title at the Shanghai Masters and his first ATP 500 title at the Halle Open. While his singles career saw a peak ranking of world No. His doubles dominance led to a peak world ranking of No. 211 during December 2018. 5 on 10 February 2025. He continues to represent Germany in the Davis Cup, a role he has held since 2019.
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