Who is Shang Juncheng? Here’s all we know about the 18-year-old rising ATP icon facing Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open

Chinese rising tennis star Juncheng Shang made some noise at the 2024 Australian Open as he reached the third round of the tournament and faced Carlos Alcaraz there.

The 18-year-old lefty turned heads with his dominant show in the first two rounds. While Shang beat Mackenzie McDonald in his opening-round match at the year’s first Grand Slam tournament, the 18-year-old beat India’s Sumit Nagal in the second round.

Although he lost to Carlos Alcaraz in the third round, Shang impressed everyone with his skills. This performance at the 2024 Australian Open by the Chinese youngster created curiosity among the fans who wanted to know the back story. 

Ranked 140 in the world (which he achieved during his stint at the Australian Open), Shang Juncheng is an emerging star in Chinese tennis. The youngster has shown exceptional skills so far and is expected to only mature from hereon. 

Who is Shang Juncheng?

Shang Juncheng or Juncheng Shang is a tennis player from China who turned pro in 2021.

How old is Shang Juncheng?

Born on February 2, 2005, Shang Juncheng is 18 years of age (as of 20 January 2024)/

Shang Juncheng stats

The 18-year-old Chinese tennis player has not played much tennis so far. Shang Juncheng has played 19 matches so far on the tour, in which he has won seven matches and lost 12. The 18-year-old is yet to win a title. 

Where does Shang Juncheng live?

Shang Juncheng is a resident of Beijing, China.

Who are Shang Juncheng’s parents?

Shang Juncheng was born to two athletes- Shang Yi, a former footballer, and Wu Na, a world championship-winning paddler (mixed doubles).

Who is Shang Juncheng’s girlfriend?

There is not much information available about Shang Juncheng’s girlfriend.

Shang Juncheng endorsements

As the Chinese is new to the Tour, there are not too many endorsements for Shang Juncheng.

However, the 18-year-old is a brand ambassador of IMG Tennis.

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