Ernests Gulbis

Ernests Gulbis, born on August 30, 1988, is a distinguished former professional tennis player from Latvia. He made history by achieving a career-high singles ranking of world No. 10 in June 2014, becoming the first male Latvian player to break into the top ten. His journey in tennis is marked by significant milestones, including his first ATP Tour doubles title at the U.S. Men's Clay Court Championships in 2008, where he partnered with Rainer Schüttler.

In 2010, Gulbis claimed his inaugural ATP Tour singles title at the Delray Beach tournament, triumphing over Ivo Karlović in the final. Over the course of his career, he amassed a total of six ATP titles, showcasing his talent and determination on the court. His most notable Grand Slam performance came in 2014 when he reached the semifinals of the French Open, a remarkable achievement that highlighted his capabilities as a top competitor.

Gulbis's coaching journey has seen him work with several notable figures in the tennis world. After Wimbledon 2011, he was guided by Austrian coach Günter Bresnik until their partnership ended just before the 2016 French Open. His coaching history also includes stints with Guillermo Cañas and Hernán Gumy, among others, each contributing to his development as a player.

Beyond his playing career, Gulbis took on a leadership role as the president of the Latvian Tennis Union from September 2022 to August 2025, marking a new chapter in his life as he gradually transitioned away from professional tennis.