Noah Rubin

Noah Rubin, born on February 21, 1996, in Merrick, New York, developed an early passion for tennis. He quickly rose through the junior ranks, playing for the John McEnroe Tennis Academy and competing in international tournaments from a young age. His talent was recognized early, with John McEnroe referring to him as a highly talented player. Rubin achieved a career-best junior ranking of no. 6 globally and no. 1 in the United States by 2014. A significant milestone in his junior career was winning the Wimbledon junior singles title in 2014, marking the first all-American final in that boy’s event since 1977. The same year, he also secured both the singles and doubles titles at the USTA Boys 18s National Championships.

Following his successful junior career, Rubin attended Wake Forest University, playing college tennis for the Demon Deacons. He was ranked as the ITA’s top newcomer for NCAA Division I in 2014 and concluded his freshman season ranked No. 5 nationally. During his collegiate year, he was named the ACC Player and Freshman of the Year, the first in conference history to achieve both honors. He reached the finals of the 2015 NCAA singles championship and earned All-American status. In June 2015, at the age of 19, Rubin transitioned to professional tennis. His professional career saw him win four ATP Challenger titles, with his highest career singles ranking reaching No. 125 in October 2018.

Beyond his on-court achievements, Rubin became a vocal advocate for mental health within the tennis world, notably through his Instagram account, “Behind the Racquet.” This platform provided a space for tennis players to share their personal struggles and experiences, aiming to destigmatize mental health discussions. In October 2022, Rubin announced his retirement from professional tennis, initially pursuing a career in professional pickleball, before returning to professional tennis in January 2024.