Mats Wilander
Mats Wilander is a retired Swedish professional tennis player, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the sport's history. Born on August 22, 1964, in Vaxjo, Sweden, he achieved significant success during the 1980s and early 1990s, winning a total of seven Grand Slam singles titles, including three at the French Open and three at the Australian Open. Known for his strong baseline game and exceptional tactical awareness, Wilander was a key figure in Swedish tennis during its golden era. After retiring from professional play, he transitioned into coaching and commentary, sharing his insights and expertise with a new generation of players. His legacy in tennis remains influential, and he continues to be active in the sport.
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Mats Wilander is advocating for Guillermo Vilas to be recognized as the number one in the ATP rankings.
"El tenis le debe mucho"
Argentina· 2026-02-11
Mats Wilander is mentioned as one of the legends in tennis history.
sa 22 godine tek je počeo da piše istoriju
Montenegro· 2026-02-03
Mats Wilander is also mentioned as a player with multiple Grand Slam titles in the Open Era.
Alcaraz lập kỷ lục giành trọn bộ Grand Slam
Vietnam· 2026-02-01
Mats Wilander is also noted for having seven Grand Slam titles, similar to Carlos Alcaraz.
battuto Djokovic, completato il Career Grand Slam
San Marino· 2026-02-01Mats Wilander predicts that Carlos Alcaraz will reach the same grand slam-winning feats as the 'Big Three'.
History on the line in Australian Open men’s final 2026
Australia· 2026-01-31
Mats Wilander is one of the players that Carlos Alcaraz aims to equal in Grand Slam titles.
Djokovic vs. Alcaraz: una final que define una era
Panama· 2026-01-31
Mats Wilander commented on Osaka's fashion choices during the match.
Naomi Osaka kommt im Kleid mit Schleier zum Spiel bei den Australian Open 2026 - Sport
Germany· 2026-01-20
Mats Wilander commented on the coaching choices available to Alcaraz.
Open de Australia 2026: Alcaraz reivindica a su nuevo técnico, Samuel López: “Te aporta cosas que otros quizá no pueden” | Tenis | Deportes
Spain· 2026-01-18
Mats Wilander inspired the gesture known as the vicht, which is a Swedish celebration.
The origin of the most iconic and boring celebration in tennisAustralia· 2026-01-15
Mats Wilander was ranked third in the world at the age of 21.
Johan Esk: Varken miljardär eller förbund kan skapa stjärnor
Sweden· 2025-11-02
Only Mats Wilander has ever achieved the same feat in the men's game.
Carlos Alcaraz stats: Record compared to tennis legends after US Open win
United Kingdom· 2025-09-08
Mats Wilander is a seven-time grand slam winner who discussed the routines of players before a grand slam final.
US Open: A day in the life of a grand slam finalist
United States· 2025-09-06
Mats Wilander comments on Alcaraz's superior performance on grass compared to other surfaces.
Wimbledon 2025: Carlos Alcaraz: “No tengo que demostrar nada a nadie” | Tenis | DeportesSpain· 2025-06-28
Mats Wilander previously held the record for the longest final at Roland Garros.
La final más larga de la historia: cinco gráficos de la victoria de Alcaraz | DeportesSpain· 2025-06-09
Mats Wilander previously held the record for the longest final at Roland-Garros.
Carlos Alcaraz face à Jannik Sinner : à Roland-Garros, une finale épique, « trois vainqueurs » et des chiffres fous
France· 2025-06-09
Mats Wilander previously held the record for the longest final at Roland Garros.
el récord que le 'robó' a Guillermo Vilas y quiénes fueron los últimos 20 ganadores del Abierto de FranciaArgentina· 2025-06-09
The final was the longest in Roland Garros history, surpassing the one Mats Wilander won against Guillermo Vilas in 1982.
Alcaraz le ganó a Sinner y gritó campeón en Roland Garros en una final eterna con emociones a granel y tenis de alto voltajeArgentina· 2025-06-08
Mats Wilander is referenced in a conversation with Carlos Alcaraz after the match.
Roland Garros 2025: Alcaraz, tras ganar Roland Garros: “Esta noche lo voy a celebrar, no os voy a engañar” | Tenis | DeportesSpain· 2025-06-08
Mats Wilander reached the final at a young age and won his first Grand Slam title.
Carlos Alcaraz es campeón de Roland Garros al remontarle la final a Jannik Sinner batiendo un impactante récord fijado en 1982
Uruguay· 2025-06-08Mats Wilander's previous record for the longest final at Roland Garros was surpassed by Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
Alcaraz salva 3 match points, bate Sinner e leva bi em Roland Garros na final mais longa da história
Liechtenstein· 2025-06-08
Mats Wilander was part of the longest final in Roland Garros history before Carlos Alcaraz's recent match.
Istorinis sugrįžimas: 5 valandų trileryje išgyvenęs Alcarazas apgynė titulą Paryžiuje | Sportas
Lithuania· 2025-06-08
Mats Wilander is mentioned in relation to not hearing boos.
Johan Croneman: Märkligt att Wilander inte hörde buropenSweden· 2025-06-07
Mats Wilander expressed amazement at Alcaraz's performance during the match.
Roland Garros 2025: Alcaraz desborda a Paul y accede a las semifinales de Roland Garros | Tenis | DeportesSpain· 2025-06-03
Mats Wilander confirmed that Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek are the two favorites of the competition.
Aryna Sabalenka écarte Zheng Qinwen et poursuit sa nouvelle route de favorite à Roland-GarrosFrance· 2025-06-03
Alcaraz completed a brief interview with Mats Wilander on the court.
Carlos Alcaraz canta a los fanáticos del Roland Garros tras ganar en segunda ronda
Dominican Republic· 2025-05-29
Mats Wilander is an ex-tennis player who discusses the potential of Jannik Sinner in the upcoming Roland Garros.
Mats Wilander fa le carte a Parigi: «Sinner è un lupo affamato, solo Alcaraz può batterlo al Roland Garros»
Italy· 2025-05-26
Mats Wilander praised Rafael Nadal for his dominance at Roland Garros.
Wilander: 'Nadal là không phải người phàm'Vietnam· 2025-05-26
Mats Wilander commented on Menšík, stating that when he has a good day, he is unbeatable.
Tenista Mats Wilander o Menšíkovi: Když má dobrý den, je neporazitelný
Czech Republic· 2025-05-24Mats Wilander has commended the PTPA for advocating for players' rights.
Tổ chức của Djokovic: 'Án phạt quá thiên vị Sinner'Vietnam· 2025-02-17
