Jiri Lehecka reached his first US Open quarterfinal with a four-set win over Adrian Mannarino, prevailing 7–6, 6–4, 2–6, 6–2 in a match that lasted over three hours. The Czech player showed poise and power on Louis Armstrong Stadium, using his forehand to dictate rallies and his serve to escape pressure moments. The victory marked a major step forward in his Grand Slam journey.
A New Career High
Following the win, Lehecka climbed into the ATP top 20 for the first time, with live rankings placing him at No. 15 in the world. While the milestone is significant, Lehecka admitted that rankings aren’t his daily focus. “I must say I’m not looking at rankings at all,” he said. “But after every tournament I check if these points did something or not.”
Coach on Ranking Patrol
Lehecka shared a light-hearted moment about his coach’s obsession with the numbers. “My coach counts every point. He’s on the live ranking every day. Every moment. He’s not doing anything else but counting the points,” he joked. The rise into the top 20 was one of Lehecka’s goals for the season, and achieving it at a Grand Slam makes it even more meaningful.
Eyes on the Next Challenge
With his confidence growing and his game evolving, Lehecka now prepares to face Carlos Alcaraz in the quarterfinals. The matchup promises intensity and flair, as both players bring explosive shot-making and youthful energy to the court. For Lehecka, it’s another chance to prove he belongs among the sport’s elite.
Lehecka at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2025
Now ranked no.21 (career-high), the Czech has a compiled 34-17 win-loss record in 2025. Lehecka is participating at the U.S. Open where he ousted the world no.105 Borna Coric 3-6 6-4 7-6(5) 6-1, the world no.59 Tomas Martin Etcheverry 3-6 6-0 6-2 6-4, the world no.107 Raphael Collignon 6-4 6-4 6-4 and the world no.77 Adrian Mannarino 7-6(4) 6-4 2-6 6-2.
Jiri Lehecka will fight against the world no.2 Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter. Their actual record is 2-1 for Alcaraz.
The Czech clinched 1 title in 2025 in Brisbane. Lehecka got to the final in London (cinch Championships).