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Norwegian tennis player & Coach
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Joachim Bjerke
Country (sports) Norway
ResidenceOslo, Norway
Born (1994-11-11) 11 November 1994 (age 30)
Oslo, Norway
Height1.78 m (5 ft 10 in)
Turned pro2010
Retired2016 (last match)
PlaysRight-handed
(two-handed backhand)
Prize moneyUS$5,884
Singles
Career record8–7
Career titles7
Highest rankingNo. 912 (19 May 2014)
Other tournaments
Doubles
Career record0–1
Career titles0
Last updated on: 07 March 2022.

Joachim Bjerke (born 11 November 1994) is a former Norwegian professional tennis player and coach. He reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 912 on 19 May 2014. He was also part of the Norwegian Davis Cup Team.

Career

In 2012, Joachim won the Norwegian championship, beating Stian Boretti (former 375 on the ATP ranking) in the final, and has several national titles to his name. His Norwegian title in 2012 was seen as sensational due to the fact that he was under 18, and knocked out several of Norway's best players on his way to the final. Among other players, such as Norwegian rival Øystein Steiro and former double partner Mons Knudtzon, Bjerke has been praised for his strong forehand and rapid footwork.

Coaching

Bjerke has recently been known for coaching Casper Ruud.

References

  1. "ATP Player Bio".
  2. "Joachim Bjerke Men's Singles Overview". itftennis.com. Retrieved 2022-03-07.
  3. ^ "Joachim Bjerke | Overview | ATP Tour | Tennis". atptour.com. Retrieved 2022-03-07.
  4. "– At det skulle gå så fort, er et lite sjokk" [That it should go so fast is a little shock] (in Norwegian).
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