The touching story of Mensik with his autistic brother: "He is my great source of inspiration"

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Jakub Mensik is experiencing splendid weeks at Roland Garros 2026, demonstrating that he is a rising star and revealing aspects of his personal life that the general public was not aware of. The young Czech tennis player spoke with the ATP about the impact his older brother, who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, has on his life.

At 20 years old, a Masters 1000 champion, former world No. 12, and still, there are many people who do not know him. Jakub Mensik is a discreet individual, a young man who does not attract the same level of media attention and excitement as other players of his generation, possessing a playing style and on-court attitude that are not as flashy and theatrical as others, yet he manages to connect with people. He is achieving this at Roland Garros 2026 through his tireless fight on the court and outstanding tennis performance while also having a personal life worth knowing about.

Mensik explains his relationship with his autistic brother and how much he inspires him

Born in September 2005 in Prostejov, one of the cities with a great tennis tradition in all of Europe, Jakub spends far less time at home than he would like. "I am living my dream of being an elite tennis player, but that means I cannot spend much time with my brother. Whenever I have the chance to go home, even if it's just for a day or two, I do it because I love being with him," stated the Czech, who naturally accepts his brother's condition.

"He is three years older than me, we have always played together, and in a way, I never found his way of being strange. When I see other siblings, it is true that we are somewhat different. I focus on the love we have for each other and how we show it whenever we can be together. The joy we feel being next to each other is something spectacular," admits a deeply committed Mensik regarding this condition.

Jakub Mensik would like to spend more quality time with his brother

This is evidenced by his visit less than two years ago to the special education school his brother attends when he was at home. "It was very inspiring for me. I spent two hours with all of them and was deeply moved. I was able to talk to educators and teachers and realized how hard they work to help the children achieve their goals. Anyone who witnesses such things understands the true values that need to be conveyed and how important it is to live life," the Czech states.

Asked whether his brother is aware of his success as a professional tennis player, Jakub Mensik is clear. "I find it unlikely that he understands what I do and the impact tennis can have on society. He struggles to comprehend why I am famous; it is not easy to explain the situation well. But my parents tell me that whenever they watch my matches on TV, he does too and supports me a lot, which is wonderful," commented the Czech player, who seeks to achieve a historic feat at Roland Garros 2026.

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