Johnny Arcilla (born February 15, 1980) is a Filipino tennis player who represents the Philippines in international competition. Arcilla is a nine-time champion at the Philippine Columbian Association Open Tennis Championship.[1][2]
 Arcilla in 2018 | |
| Country (sports) | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Born | 15 February 1980 Butuan, Philippines |
| Plays | Right-handed |
| Singles | |
| Highest ranking | No. 1288 (2 August 2010) |
| Current ranking | No. 1728 |
| Last updated on: February 3, 2015. | |
Early life
editAs young as five years old, Johnny Arcilla started as a ball boy in Butuan. His father served as his only coach and would play in the tennis court located just behind his house. At age seven, he began joining tournaments and was scouted by Milo at age ten and saw potential on Arcilla. He later moved to Manila by himself at age twelve, knowing that most tournaments were held in Manila.[1]
Tennis career
editJohnny Arcilla first won his first men's single title at the Philippine Columbian Association Open Tennis Championship in 2001. Arcilla later on became the champion of tournament in the 2001, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013 [3][4] 2019 and 2022 editions at the age of 42. Arcilla was just 21 when he won his first title in 2001.[5]
References
edit- ^ a b Coyiuto, Mae (11 January 2013). "Johnny Arcilla: The making of a champion". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 4 February 2015.
- ^ From the wires (12 December 2013). "History beckons as Arcilla, Capadocia savor PCA Open hat-tricks". Sports Interactive Network Philippines. Retrieved 4 February 2015.
- ^ "Veteran Arcilla ends upstart Mendoza's giant-killing ways". GMA News. 13 December 2011. Retrieved 4 February 2015.
- ^ Dawa, Arabela Princess (10 December 2013). "Arcilla kampeon sa PCA Open". Hataw Tabloid. Retrieved 4 February 2015.
- ^ "Arcilla, Capadocia Rule PCA Open - SAGISAG PH".
External links
edit- Johnny Arcilla at the International Tennis Federation
- Johnny Arcilla at the Davis Cup
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