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
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| Country (sports) | Philippines |
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| Born | (1980-02-15) 15 February 1980 (age 44) Butuan, Philippines |
| Plays | Right-handed |
| Singles | |
| Highest ranking | No. 1288 (2 August 2010) |
| Current ranking | No. 1728 |
Medal record | |
| Last updated on: February 3, 2015. | |
As 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]
Johnny 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]
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