American John Isner became the first player to win 500 tiebreaks on the ATP circuit after qualifying for the semifinals of the ATP 250 tournament in Dallas.

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John Isner won 500 tiebreaks on the ATP circuit

“I won a lot of tiebreakers: 500. I’m so glad I didn’t have to win 501” – John Isnerafter defeating Emilio Gomez, 7-6(8), 7-5.

With 500 tiebreak wins, Isner has 34 more than Switzerland’s Roger Federer, with Pete Sampras third (328). Andy Roddick (303), Novak Djokovic (299) and Rafael Nadal (263) also entered the top 10, writes News.ro.

Know:

  • John Isner (39 ATP, 5th seed) will play Jeffrey John Wolfe (43 ATP, 6th seed) in the semifinals of the tournament in Dallas.
  • During his career, the American played 819 tie-breaks.
  • Isner also holds the record for most aces on the course, more than 14,000.