Who is Marin Čilić: Biography, Net Worth & more
Marin Čilić is a Croatian professional tennis player. He achieved a career-high singles ranking of world No. 3 on January 29, 2018. The Croat turned professional in 2005 and has since been a consistent performer, winning 20 ATP Tour singles titles, including a major at the 2014 US Open. His greatest achievement however, would be the near-impossible task of winning a Grand Slam in the Federer-Nadal-Djokovic era, ending as a runner-up on different occasions.
During his peak years, Čilić reached the semifinal stage or better at all four majors, and the quarterfinal stage or better at all nine ATP Masters 1000 tournaments. Considered one of the best Croatian tennis players alongside Goran Ivanišević, he is one of six active players with at least 20 ATP Tour titles and one of the five active players to reach at least the semifinal stage at all four majors.
Who is Marin Čilić?
Marin Čilić was born and raised in Medjugorje, SR Bosnia and Herzegovina, SFR Yugoslavia, present day Bosnia and Herzegovina. He was birthed to Zdenko Čilić and Koviljka Čilić on September 20, 1988. He has three siblings; older brothers Vinko and Goran and younger brother Mile.
He began playing tennis at seven, before later moving to Italy in 2004 in order to train with coach Bob Brett. As a child growing up, Čilić’s role models were Goran Ivanisevic and Ivan Ljubicic, and was privileged to play under the tutelage of Ivanisevic for a while. Over the course of his career, he won his only Grand Slam when Ivanisevic was coaching him.
Čilić ‘s talent, hard work, dedication and determination placed him at the top with the very best as he earned widespread successes in all front. Unfortunately, he was in the same era with Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer who outshined him. Nevertheless, he forced his way to the top on singles ranking of world No. 3 on January 29, 2018.
He is an aggressive baseliner who likes to take the attack to the opponent. He uses his height to hit big off both wings, and can also change direction at will. His game plan primarily was centered around his big serves, which he hammers with pace on both the first and the second delivery. He also takes big swings at the return, and plays first-strike tennis for the most part.
Čilić won 20 ATP Tour singles titles, including a major at the 2014 US Open. His other best finishes are Wimbledon Runner-Up in 2017, French Open Quarterfinalist in 2017 and 2018 as well as finishing as a Runner Up at the Australian Open in 2018.
What is Marin Čilić’s age, height and weight?
Marin Čilić was born on September 20, 1988 in Medjugorje, SR Bosnia and Herzegovina, SFR Yugoslavia (present day Bosnia and Herzegovina). Currently, he is 35 years old. He stands at 6 feet 6 inches tall (1.98 m) and weighs in at 89 kilograms (196.2 lbs).
What is Marin Čilić’s Nationality and Ethnicity?
Marin Čilić was born in Medjugorje, SR Bosnia and Herzegovina, SFR Yugoslavia. He is a Croatian national. His ethnicity is unknown as of yet. To be updated as soon as possible.
What is Marin Čilić’s profession?
Marin Čilić is a professional tennis player.
What is Marin Čilić’s current world ranking?
According to ratings, Marin Čilić’s current world ranking is No. 666 as of November 4, 2023.
What has happened to Marin Čilić?
At the beginning of the 2023 season, Marin Čilić suffered a right knee injury which forced him to sit out of Wimbledon so to continue with his recovery.
Who are Marin Čilić’s Parents?
Marin Čilić’s parents are Zdenko Čilić and Koviljka Čilić.
Does Marin Čilić have siblings?
Marin Čilić has three siblings. Two older brothers Vinko and Goran and younger brother Mile.
Who is Marin Čilić married to?
Marin Čilić is married to his beautiful wife Kristina Milković.
Does Marin Čilić have children?
Marin Čilić is a proud father of two children; both sons Baldo and Vito Čilić.
What is Marin Čilić’ Net Worth?
According to CA knowledge, Croatian professional tennis player Marin Čilić has an estimated net worth of US$32 million as of 2023. He made his wealth primarily through his career, thus prize money, lucrative endorsement deals and other ventures.