Heavily tattooed, bespectacled and deeply philosophical, Janko Tipsarevic has stood out on the ATP tour ever since he turned professional.
A brilliant shotmaker, Tipsarevic scaled the heights of the men’s game as far as his body would take him. Worn down by injuries the past several seasons, the Serb just announced this week that this season will be his last as retirement beckons, when he will focus on family and his tennis academy, developing the next generation of players.
Here’s a look at five of the on-court highs of a colorful career.
1
Davis Cup Glory
In 2010, Serbia—playing three of its four ties at home—captured the Davis Cup title for the first time. Playing singles and doubles throughout the run, Tipsarevic helped put Serbia through to the final against France by taking the live fifth rubber against the Czech Republic. A triumph in the international men’s competition prompted a special celebration where the squad shaved their heads in a sign of unity after the final.