Adrian Mannarino ATP ATP Viena 2026

The madness of Adrian Mannarino that stuns the tennis world

Diego Jiménez Rubio - 29 Oct 2026
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Adrian Mannarino, madness in Vienna. Photo: Getty Images

Adrian Mannarino is one of those players who elevate tennis and inspire admiration worldwide for his unique way of playing and understanding the sport. The mere fact that at 38 years old he remains in the top 100 is already a remarkable milestone, but even more so is what he has achieved in recent weeks and his commitment to his essence.

Without a major clothing sponsor, stringing rackets at around 15kg of tension, with pristine and completely countercultural tennis, showcasing an introverted personality free from ego, the veteran French player has reached the quarterfinals of the ATP 500 Vienna 2026 after also doing so in Almaty a week ago.

Mannarino will return to the top 60 in the world at 38 years old

What is most impressive is that Mannarino lost to Basilashvili in Kazakhstan on Friday, October 23, and the next day, he was playing the qualifiers in Vienna. How could he take a flight of about 6 hours in between matches to compete in the Austrian event? It remains a mystery, but the most incredible part is that he won that match against Tirante, and then defeated Molcan on Sunday. 

If that weren't enough, he has won in the main draw against Buse and Mensik, ensuring he leaves Vienna among the 60 best players on the planet and threatening the winner of the match between Medvedev and Norrie with continuing an absolutely amazing winning streak. Players like Adrian Mannarino, who bring different qualities and have a unique identity, are exactly what tennis needs.

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