Ben Shelton
Let us take a look at the top 10 fastest record serves in the history of Tennis
Here are the top 10 fastest-recorded serves in Tennis history as of 2023:
1. Sam Groth (163.7 mph): Australian tennis player Sam Groth holds the record for the fastest recorded serve in tennis history, clocking in at a blistering 163.7 miles per hour (263.4 kilometers per hour) during a Davis Cup match in 2012. His serve was not only incredibly fast but also earned him a place in the tennis record books.
2. Ivo Karlovic (156 mph): Known for his towering height and powerful serve, Croatian player Ivo Karlovic has consistently delivered some of the fastest serves in the sport. His serve reached speeds of 156 miles per hour (251 kilometers per hour) during his career, making him a formidable opponent on the court.
3. Taylor Dent (155 mph): American tennis player Taylor Dent was renowned for his lightning-fast serves. He recorded a serve at 155 miles per hour (249 kilometers per hour) in 2010, showcasing his exceptional serving abilities.
4. Andy Roddick (155 mph): Former World No. 1 and US Open champion Andy Roddick was known for his powerful serve, which reached speeds of 155 miles per hour (249 kilometers per hour). Roddick’s consistent high-speed serves were a key part of his success on the ATP Tour.
5. Milos Raonic (155 mph): Canadian tennis star Milos Raonic possesses one of the most potent serves in the modern game. His serve has been recorded at speeds of 155 miles per hour (249 kilometers per houra), making him a formidable force on the court.
6. Joachim Johansson (152 mph): Swedish player Joachim Johansson showcased his serve’s prowess by hitting speeds of 152 miles per hour (245 kilometers per hour). His powerful serve earned him recognition as one of the game’s fastest servers.
7. Goran Ivanisevic (149 mph): Croatian legend Goran Ivanisevic was known for his booming serves. He recorded serves at speeds of 149 miles per hour (240 kilometers per hour) during his illustrious career, which included a memorable Wimbledon victory in 2001.
8. John Isner (149 mph): American tennis giant John Isner, famous for his marathon matches, has consistently delivered serves at speeds of 149 miles per hour (240 kilometers per hour). His ability to maintain such power over long matches is impressive.
9. Ben Shelton (149 mph): British tennis player Ben Shelton possesses a serve that consistently reaches speeds of 149 miles per hour (240 kilometers per hour). His powerful serves are one of the striking features of his game.
10. Richard Krajicek (145 mph): Dutch tennis player Richard Krajicek had a formidable serve that reached speeds of 145 miles per hour (233 kilometers per hour). He won the Wimbledon title in 1996, showcasing the importance of a powerful serve in tennis.
In his fourth-round match against fellow American Tommy Paul on Sunday at the 2023 US Open, Ben Shelton delivered a blistering 149 mph ace. This remarkable serve set a new record for the fastest serve of the tournament, surpassing his previous record of 147 mph from the third round against Aslan Karatsev.
As a left-handed player, Shelton expertly hit the T with his 149 mph serve, capturing the attention of both the commentators and the enthusiastic crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The audience erupted in applause, with even Tommy Paul acknowledging his young opponent’s achievement by tapping his racquet in appreciation. Impressively, Shelton repeated this feat with another 149 mph serve in the same game just a few points later.
The powerful serve now puts Ben Shelton in eighth place in this list ahead of Richard Krajicek and Mark Philippoussis.
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