Here’s everything you need to know about the family, personal life and wife of Australian tennis star Matthew Ebden
Matthew Ebden was born in Durban, South Africa, to Charles and Ann Ebden. He pursued his education at Hale School in Wembley Downs. Alongside his professional tennis career, Ebden is dedicated to his studies, working towards a commerce degree. In Perth, he holds the position of the number one player for Wembley Downs Tennis Club in the State Grade. Furthermore, he tied the knot with Kim Doig, a lawyer, on the 16th of November 2012, in Margaret River, Western Australia.
Kim Doig took a hiatus from her legal career in 2013 to support her husband, Ebden, in his daily endeavors. On September 1, 2021, she publicly announced her first pregnancy on her Instagram account. The couple celebrated the arrival of their first child in February 2022. Kim Doig, as an attorney, is estimated to have a net worth ranging from AU$750,000 to AU$900,000. Undoubtedly, she enjoys a comfortable lifestyle with her spouse, Matthew Ebden, in Perth, Western Australia.
While it’s possible that Kim Doig’s first name ‘Kim’ could be of Korean origin, there hasn’t been any official confirmation about her ethnicity from her side as of today. However, what we do know is that the couple has chosen the name ‘Harvey’ for their son.
Matthew Ebden achieved his highest doubles ranking, reaching world No. 9, on July 24, 2023. He boasts an impressive record with nine doubles titles on the ATP Tour.
Ebden’s accomplishments include being a two-time Grand Slam champion. He secured victory at the 2022 Wimbledon Championships in men’s doubles alongside Max Purcell and the 2013 Australian Open in mixed doubles with Jarmila Gajdošová. Additionally, he finished as the runner-up at the 2022 Australian Open in men’s doubles with Purcell and at the 2021 Australian Open and 2022 Wimbledon Championships in mixed doubles, partnering with Samantha Stosur.
In singles, Matthew Ebden attained his highest world ranking at No. 39 in October 2018. He also had a notable performance as the runner-up at the 2017 Hall of Fame Championships. One of his most significant achievements in Grand Slam events was reaching the third round at the 2018 Wimbledon Championships. Furthermore, Ebden has been a proud representative of Australia in the Davis Cup since 2012, showcasing his commitment to national tennis, and he earned a bronze medal in singles at the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
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