Mannarino, a tennis player on the verge of extinction with a repertoire full of eccentricities

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In an increasingly homogeneous tennis world, with few alternatives and a playing style and behavior pattern that is very similar across the circuit, a completely different man appears, detached from it all. He lives in his own world, his name is Adrian Mannarino, and just when you least expect it, he surprises you. This was evident today at ATP Queen’s, where he triumphed over one of the standout names from Roland Garros: Jakub Mensik. 

The Frenchman defeated the Czech in a thrilling three-set match with a tiebreak in the decisive set (5-7, 7-6(3), 7-6(5)). A match that lasted two hours and 44 minutes, during which the 37-year-old veteran showcased his wizardry, with constant serves and nets, volleys, and varied shots. At first glance, it might seem that he lacks a serious and studied tactic, but Mannarino is known to reign in chaos.

Why is Adrian Mannarino a unique and unrepeatable player in the ATP?

Everything he does on the court is a reflection of who he is off the court. Mannarino has always stood out for three things that have accompanied him throughout his career. The first, part of his routine and ritual, is that the Frenchman prefers not to know who his next opponent will be. In fact, he only finds out when called onto the court and meets his rival in the hallway. Therefore, he never analyzes his opponent beforehand, allowing him to always play true to his style.

The second, possibly stranger and more difficult to explain, is that he strings his racket before the match using only one racket throughout the game, as long as the strings don't break, with a tension between 9 and 11 kilos in his strings. This decision causes the ball to rebound quickly against the strings, requiring less effort to cross the court, while expanding the sweet spot. 

However, on the negative side, the slightest harder hit will send the ball out of bounds. While it is common for some players to prefer a tension between 19 and 21 kilos or 21 and 23, no other professional player has such a low racket tension.

And the third and final, yet equally eccentric, reason confirming Mannarino's authenticity is that he has never had a sponsor. Despite being dressed by the French brand Celio, it is a one-time agreement, and he always wears the same white shirt. He is responsible for the rest of the equipment, although he has always played with Babolat, and even on occasion, he has worn Nike shirts and Adidas pants.

Adrian Mannarino has won 5 ATP titles and ranks 44th in the ATP rankings

Although Mannarino is more renowned for his eccentricities than his tennis, he is currently ranked 44th in the ATP rankings, with five titles in his trophy cabinet (’s-Hertogenbosch 2019, Winston-Salem 2022, Newport 2023, Astana 2023, and Sofia 2023) and has reached the fourth round of a Grand Slam on five occasions (three at Wimbledon and two at the US Open).

It's impossible not to like Mannarino:

-He has no sponsor
-He wears the same shirt all year
-He only uses two rackets
-He is bald
-He doesn't look at who he's playing until he's about to face them
-He hasn't won on clay since 1998
-When grass season comes, he transforms… https://t.co/eShzDHiA5a pic.twitter.com/Qowu2xeWPU

— José Morón (@jmgmoron) June 13, 2026

As seen, his best tennis is showcased on fast surfaces like grass and hard courts, allowing him to surprise his opponents, and his serve is more effective. On the other hand, clay courts are his Achilles' heel, and he hasn't experienced victory on clay since March 2025 in Houston.

“Thank goodness the clay season is over; it's great news for me. I would like the grass season to be a bit longer, but you have to accept it and always try to give your best,” stated the Frenchman after his match against Jakub Mensik. Now, finally, Adrian Mannarino can enjoy one of his favorite surfaces and undoubtedly will leave unforgettable shots and moments that match his unique personality.

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