Patrick John Tierro

Patrick John Tierro
Country (sports) Philippines
Born (1985-08-01) August 1, 1985 (age 39)
Charleston, South Carolina, United States[1]
PlaysRight-handed
Singles
Career record9–9 (Davis Cup)
Highest rankingNo. 777 (March 5, 2007)
Doubles
Career record4–1 (Davis Cup)
Highest rankingNo. 1321 (March 6, 2006)
Medal record
Men's Tennis
Representing  Philippines
Southeast Asian Games
Gold medal – first place 2005 Manila Team
Gold medal – first place 2009 Vientiane Team
Bronze medal – third place 2007 Nakhon Ratchasima Team

Patrick John "PJ" Tierro (born August 1, 1985) is an American-born Filipino former professional tennis player.

Tierro, who was born in South Carolina, began his Davis Cup career in 2004 and featured in a total of 19 ties, across two stints in the team. In 2009 he stepped away from the side while he undertook his studies at De La Salle University but returned after graduating and played until 2017. He won nine singles and four doubles rubbers for his country.[2]

A two-time Asian Games representative, Tierro was a Southeast Asian Games gold medalist for the Philippines in both 2005 and 2009, as a competitor in the team event.[3]

References

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  1. ^ Saberon-Abalayan, Marianne L. (March 17, 2014). "Tierro stuns Arcilla; Ronard Joven bags 2nd title". SunStar.
  2. ^ Reyes, Marc Anthony (March 7, 2015). "Davis Cup: Tierro fightback gives PH 1-0 lead". Inquirer.
  3. ^ Henson, Joaquin M. (January 1, 2010). "Laos feat boosts Davis Cup hopes". The Philippine Star.
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