In this episode of the Functional Tennis Podcast, I catch up once again with Dutch ATP player Jesper de Jong, whose steady rise has carried him into the world’s top 100.
Since his last appearance, Jesper has reached his first ATP final at the Swedish Open, been a key figure in the Netherlands Davis Cup team, and continued to show the consistency that defines his career. We discuss what feels different as a top 100 player, the unforgettable match that sealed his spot, his mindset during Slam qualifying, and what he’s learned both on court and off including insights from his girlfriend, a professional speed skater.
Highlights
🎾 Breaking into the ATP top 100
🏆 Playing his first ATP final in Sweden
🇳🇱 Representing the Netherlands in Davis Cup
📈 The importance of steady, linear progress
💡 Lessons from sport and life beyond tennis
Jesper’s story is one of persistence, resilience, and steady improvement and a reminder that consistent progress often wins in the long run.
