Frances Tiafoe reaches new career-high in ATP Rankings, remains positive despite early Australian open exit

American tennis sensation Frances Tiafoe recently made his maiden entry among the top-15 in the ATP Rankings, as published on Monday.

The 25-year-old had high hopes coming into the 111th edition of the Australian Open. Despite making a good start in the Major, the American lost to 2022 US Open semifinalist Karen Khachanov, 6-3, 6-4, 3-6, 7-6(9), in the third round of the Grand Slam.

Despite an underachieving Australian Open campaign, Tiafoe debuted in the top-15 of the ATP singles rankings. The American reacted to his career-high singles ranking as he turned to social media to reflect on his updated singles rank. He re-posted his girlfriend fellow tennis player from Canada, Ayan Broomfield's story and wrote:

"Top 15 tones."

Following his early exit from the Australian Open, Tiafoe penned down a note to reflect on his campaign and stated that he was "hurt" to suffer an early exit from one of his favorite tournaments. The American further added that he would come back stronger next time.

"Man it hurts to leave the Australian Open this early. Melbourne is and always will be one of my favorite places to play. Imma be back this will only fuel me for what’s to come," Tiafoe said.