After a surprise semi-final run at Wimbledon, 24-year-old Arthur Fery prepares for his US Open debut while managing a persistent arm injury.
Key facts
- •Fery earned £900,000 for his semi-final run at Wimbledon this summer.
- •He reached the third round of the Cincinnati Open last week, earning $36,100 in prize money.
- •Fery won his first ATP title in Barranquilla, Colombia, earning $14,000.
- •The 24-year-old stands 1.75 metres (5ft 9in) tall and relies on his movement and return game.
- •Fery started the year at No 180 in the world rankings and has already met his goal of reaching the top 100.
Arthur Fery, 24, enters the US Open this week following a career-defining semi-final appearance at Wimbledon that propelled him to No 36 in the world rankings. Despite his recent success, Fery continues to manage a chronic arm injury that hampered his ability to play a full schedule between 2023 and 2025. The British player is now transitioning to the main tour after previously competing primarily in Challenger events.
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Overcoming Injury and Doubt
Fery has battled arm pain for two years, a condition he shares with fellow player Jack Draper. The injury caused Fery to doubt his future in the sport, as he struggled to maintain a consistent playing schedule. He credits these challenges with shaping his mentality, though he notes the issue is not yet completely resolved. Fery recently returned to competition at the Cincinnati Open, reaching the third round before losing to world No 8 Alex de Minaur.
Wimbledon Success and Future Goals
Fery’s Wimbledon run included victories over Grigor Dimitrov and world No 10 Flavio Cobolli. He identifies his third-round win against Zizou Bergs as his most significant match, as it secured his entry into the top 100. Although he was defeated by Alexander Zverev in the semi-finals, Fery remains focused on long-term growth. He aims to stabilize his position as a top 30 player by improving his clay-court performance, serve, and ability to handle high balls.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Guardian Tennis.
