Álex Corretja

Who Is Álex Corretja?

Álex Corretja is a Spanish tennis legend, known for his remarkable professional career, which includes winning 17 titles, two Roland Garros finals, and the prestigious Tennis Masters Cup in 1998. He played a crucial role in Spain’s first Davis Cup victory in 2000. After retiring from professional tennis, Corretja became a well-respected sports commentator for Eurosport and Movistar+, and a renowned keynote speaker, sharing his insights on leadership, teamwork, and success management.

What is his Background?

Álex Corretja began his professional career in 1991 and quickly established himself as one of the best players of his generation. In 1998, he reached world No. 2 after winning the Tennis Masters Cup, defeating Carlos Moyá in the final and Pete Sampras in the semifinals. He was a Roland Garros finalist twice (1998 and 2001) and was part of the team that secured Spain’s first Davis Cup in 2000. He also won the bronze medal in doubles at the Sydney 2000 Olympics.

After retiring in 2006 due to an eye injury, Corretja reinvented himself as a sports commentator and has worked for Eurosport, TVE, and currently Movistar+. His experience as captain of the Spanish Davis Cup team from 2012 to 2013 allowed him to apply his leadership and teamwork knowledge to his post-tennis career.