Juan Manuel Cerundolo has emerged as one of tennis’s most compelling stories in July 2025, reaching his second ATP final at the prestigious Swiss Open Gstaad and cementing his status as Argentina’s next tennis sensation12.
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Swiss Open Final Showdown
The 23-year-old left-handed Argentine has captured global attention with his remarkable journey to the Swiss Open Gstaad final, where he faces Kazakhstan’s Alexander Bublik on July 20, 202513. This marks Cerundolo’s second ATP Tour final, his first coming at the 2021 Córdoba Open where he won his maiden title at just 19 years old2.
Cerundolo’s path to the final has been nothing short of spectacular. He registered his biggest career victory by defeating world No. 13 and top seed Casper Ruud in a thrilling 6-2, 1-6, 6-3 comeback win in the quarterfinals24. After trailing 0-3 in the deciding set, the Argentine mounted an impressive six-game winning streak to secure his first Top 20 victory4.
Ranking Surge and Career Momentum
Currently ranked No. 109 in the ATP rankings, Cerundolo’s impressive Gstaad run is set to propel him back into the top 100 for the first time since October 202314. With his current live ranking at No. 81, victory in the final could see him rise as high as No. 751.
The Argentine has compiled a 37-20 win-loss record in 2025, demonstrating remarkable consistency on clay courts where he feels most comfortable56. His clay-court prowess has been particularly evident this season, with the majority of his victories coming on this surface6.
Family Tennis Legacy
Cerundolo comes from a tennis family, with his older brother Francisco Cerundolo currently ranked No. 20 in the world and holding the position of Argentina’s top-ranked player78. Their father Alejandro is a former tennis player who now coaches Juan Manuel, while their sister Constanza has excelled in field hockey, winning gold at the 2018 Youth Olympics1.
The Cerundolo brothers made history in 2021 by becoming the first siblings to reach consecutive ATP finals since the Zverev brothers in 2017, when Juan Manuel won Córdoba and Francisco reached the Argentina Open final8.
Rising Star Status
Juan Manuel’s breakthrough came remarkably early in his career. His 2021 Córdoba Open victory made him one of the youngest ATP title winners at 19 years old, and he became the first player to win a title in his ATP debut since Santiago Ventura in 20042. That same year, he became the first South American to qualify for the Next Gen ATP Finals2.
Despite facing injury setbacks in 2022 that saw him miss significant portions of the season including Wimbledon and the US Open, Cerundolo has shown remarkable resilience2. His 2025 campaign has been particularly impressive, featuring notable victories at Masters level including his debut at the Madrid Open where he recorded his first Masters clay-court win2.
Current Form and Future Prospects
Cerundolo’s recent form suggests he’s hitting his stride at the perfect time. His upset victories over seeded players at Gstaad, including sixth seed David Goffin and top seed Casper Ruud, demonstrate his ability to compete with the world’s best34.
With a career-high ranking of No. 79 achieved in January 2022 and total prize money earnings exceeding $1 million, the young Argentine is positioning himself as one of tennis’s most promising talents69.
As he prepares for the Swiss Open final, Cerundolo represents the new generation of Argentine tennis, carrying forward the rich tradition established by legends like Juan Martín del Potro and Diego Schwartzman. His journey from a teenage qualifier to ATP finalist exemplifies the determination and skill that continues to make Argentina a tennis powerhouse on the global stage.
The tennis world will be watching closely as Juan Manuel Cerundolo attempts to capture his second ATP title and establish himself firmly among tennis’s elite competitors.
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