Ranking ATP - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) rankings are a method used by the ATP to determine the world rankings of male professional tennis players.
- 2. The rankings are based on a player's performance in various tournaments over the past 52 weeks. Points are awarded based on the round a player reaches in each tournament, with more points being awarded for higher finishes.
- 3. The player with the most points at the end of the year is crowned the year-end world number one.
- 4. The ATP rankings are updated weekly, usually on Mondays, to reflect the results of the previous week's tournaments.
- 5. The top 10 players in the ATP rankings receive automatic entry into the major tournaments, such as the Grand Slams and ATP Masters 1000 events.
- 6. The rankings take into account a player's best 18 tournament results over the past year, with certain tournaments carrying more weight in the rankings than others.
- 7. The rankings are used to determine seedings in tournaments, with higher-ranked players receiving preferential treatment in the draw.
- 8. Players can improve their ranking by performing well in tournaments and earning more ranking points, or by having other players ranked above them lose early in tournaments.
- 9. The ATP rankings are a key factor in determining a player's eligibility for various tournaments, including the ATP Finals and the Olympic Games.
- 10. The ATP rankings are a reflection of a player's consistency and success on the tour, and are closely followed by fans, players, and media alike.