Lucky loser makes unwanted Grand Slam tennis history with unremarkable feat
Peter Polansky has secured himself a spot in the tennis history books, although he may not want it.
The 30-year-old Canadian has become the first ATP Tour player to ever complete what is being dubbed the ‘Lucky Loser Slam’.
Polanksky has been granted a lucky loser place at the US Open after losing to Donald Young in the final round of qualifying, meaning he has received a lucky loser place in all four Grand Slams this season.
LL-SLAM COMPLETE ✌🏻PEACE OUT pic.twitter.com/dcbRSclLDv
— Peter Polansky (@PPolansky) August 24, 2018
However, his luck hasn’t served him well so far this year once the tournaments start, with Karen Khachanov, Pierre-Hughes Herbert and Dennis Novak all defeating him in first round matches this year.
It’s probably not going to get any better for him in New York either, as he’s been drawn against world number three Alexander Zverev.
Italian Lorenzo Sonego is the other lucky loser in the men’s draw, and he’ll face Luxembourgian veteran Gilles Muller in his opening match at Flushing Meadows.
More from Tennis365:
Latest
-
Tennis NewsNovak Djokovic makes ‘fortunate’ admission as he explains key to his longevity
Novak Djokovic has admitted how he has been “fortunate” in his career, while explaining what has been crucial to his longevity.
-
Tennis NewsRanking the 5 best players without an ATP title, ft. Ben Shelton
Claiming a title of any category at the elite level is an impressive feat, and there are several fine players yet to achieve it…
-
Tennis NewsWATCH: Maria Sakkari makes touching gesture after win over retiring Misaki Doi
Maria Sakkari paid tribute to Misaki Doi in a touching moment.
-
Tennis NewsYoung tennis star exposes sickening abuse she received after losing a match
Rising WTA tennis star Linda Noskova has exposed the vile abuse she received from a social media user.
-
Tennis NewsMaria Sharapova reveals ‘humble’ ATP tennis star she is ‘always rooting for’
Tennis great Maria Sharapova has divulged which ATP player she is “always rooting for” and explained she likes his “humble approach.”
-
Tennis NewsCarlos Alcaraz shares his Grand Slam goal for 2024 season
Carlos Alcaraz has revealed a Grand Slam goal he has for the 2024 season, while discussing his intentions for the rest of the year.
-
Tennis NewsNovak Djokovic reveals wish for his rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz
Novak Djokovic has revealed a hope he has for his rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz, while comparing it to his other great rivalries.
-
NewsNovak Djokovic will change negative opinions after sparkling Ryder Cup appearance
Djokovic was part of Colin Montgomerie’s team of stars, which also included Champions League legend Gareth Bale.
-
Tennis NewsJannik Sinner makes honest admission about Carlos Alcaraz rivalry
Jannik Sinner has made an admission about his rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz and highlighted the Spaniard’s competition with Novak Djokovic.
-
Tennis NewsSwedish tennis player suspended over anti-corruption breach
A Swedish tennis player has been provisionally suspended from the sport for a breach of the Tennis Anti-Corruption Program.