Robin Haase Bio
Robin Haase is a Dutch professional tennis player born on 6 April 1987 in The Hague, Netherlands. Standing 191 cm tall, he is best known for his booming serve, his powerful forehand, and his long career on the ATP Tour in both singles and doubles. He reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of world No. 33 in July 2012 and a career-high doubles ranking of world No. 29 in May 2023.
Across his career, Haase has collected two ATP singles titles and ten ATP doubles titles, highlighted by his victory at the 2022 Rotterdam Open with Matwé Middelkoop. He has represented the Netherlands in the Davis Cup since 2006 and has competed at the 2012 London Olympics and the 2016 Rio Olympics. He also reached the doubles final of the 2013 Australian Open alongside compatriot Igor Sijsling.
Early Life and Background
Robin Haase was born and raised in The Hague, Netherlands, and still considers the city his home. Growing up in the Netherlands gave him strong early exposure to tennis through local clubs and youth competitions, and he quickly stood out as one of the most promising juniors in the country.
As a junior, Haase compiled a singles win-loss record of 76-41 and rose as high as No. 3 in the junior world rankings in March 2005. That same year, he advanced to the final of Junior Wimbledon, where he faced Jérémy Chardy in his last junior event, an experience that helped prepare him for the professional tour.
Path to Tennis
Haase turned professional in 2005 and began his climb on the lower rungs of the ATP ladder. He started 2006 ranked No. 665 in the world and made his ATP main-draw debut at Rosmalen, where he opened against former world No. 1 Juan Carlos Ferrero. Later that year he debuted for the Dutch Davis Cup team in the World Group play-offs against the Czech Republic, splitting his singles matches against Tomáš Berdych and Jan Hernych.
By November 2006, Haase had captured his first Challenger title in Nashville, beating two top-100 players along the way, and he closed the season ranked No. 164. In 2007, he pushed into new territory by reaching his first ATP semifinal at the Dutch Open in Amersfoort and by scoring his first win over a top-10 opponent when he upset Tomáš Berdych at the Rogers Cup in Montreal. He also made his Grand Slam debut at the US Open as a lucky loser, facing Novak Djokovic in the first round.
Robin Haase Career
Early Career (2008-2010)
Between 2008 and 2010, Haase continued his steady rise on the ATP Tour. At the 2008 Chennai Open, he knocked out second seed Marcos Baghdatis for another top-20 victory, and he pushed former world No. 1 Lleyton Hewitt to five sets in the first round of Wimbledon 2008. Using a protected ranking, he returned to Wimbledon in 2010 and upset James Blake in straight sets in the first round before narrowly losing to world No. 1 Rafael Nadal in five sets.
These performances against established stars helped establish Haase as a dangerous floater on any surface and built the foundation for his breakthrough season in 2011.
2011-2012: First ATP Title and Top 40 Ranking
Haase enjoyed his breakout year in 2011. At Wimbledon he stunned world No. 22 Fernando Verdasco in four sets in the second round before being forced to retire against Mardy Fish. He then won his maiden ATP title at the Austrian Open in Kitzbühel, defeating Albert Montañés in the final after a challenging run that included wins over Feliciano López and Andreas Seppi. He closed 2011 ranked No. 45, his highest year-end position at that point.
In 2012, Haase became the first Dutchman in nine years to reach a Masters 1000 quarterfinal when he advanced to the last eight at the Monte-Carlo Masters, where he lost to Novak Djokovic. He also defended his Austrian Open title in Kitzbühel, beating Philipp Kohlschreiber in the final, and climbed to his career-high singles ranking of world No. 33 in July. He closed the season representing the Netherlands at the 2012 London Olympics in both singles and doubles.
2013-2018: Doubles Success and Masters Semifinal
In 2013, Haase partnered with Igor Sijsling to reach the final of the Australian Open in men’s doubles, where they fell to the Bryan brothers, capping one of the biggest doubles results of his career. He finished 2013 at No. 43 in singles and No. 56 in doubles, then continued to pile up big doubles results over the next several seasons, including doubles quarterfinals at the 2017 US Open with Matwé Middelkoop and at the 2018 Wimbledon Championships with Robert Lindstedt.
In singles, Haase reached the semifinals of the 2017 Canadian Open, his deepest run at a Masters 1000 event, and followed it with a quarterfinal showing at the 2018 Canadian Open. These consistent Masters-level results in Canada highlighted his ability to compete with the sport’s elite players on hard courts.
2019-2023: Masters Finals, Rotterdam Title and Resurgence
Beginning in 2019, Haase focused heavily on doubles and quickly rose up the rankings. Partnering Wesley Koolhof, he reached the doubles final of the 2019 Monte-Carlo Masters and the Canadian Open, climbing to a then-career-high No. 30 in doubles. He also reached the 2019 Hamburg European Open final with Koolhof before finally lifting a Masters-level doubles trophy with Matwé Middelkoop at the 2022 Rotterdam Open. That title was part of a strong 2022 doubles campaign that also included finals in Gstaad and a semifinal at the Libéma Open.
After his singles ranking fell outside the top 300 in October 2022, Haase mounted a comeback in 2023. As a lucky loser at the Adelaide International 2, he won his first singles match since February 2021, beating Benjamin Bonzi in three sets, and climbed back into the top 250. He then claimed his eighth ATP doubles title at the Open Sud de France with Middelkoop, reaching his twentieth career doubles final in the process.
Driving Style and Strengths
Haase is a right-handed player despite being naturally left-handed, and he builds his game around a powerful, accurate serve that often exceeds 200 km/h. While his double-handed backhand is weaker than his forehand, he can attack and defend with both wings, and his flat ball-striking has allowed him to lead top players by two sets at Grand Slam events. He is also an aggressive doubles player who is comfortable finishing points at the net.
Notable Events and Milestones
Among Haase’s signature moments, his two-set lead over Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon 2010 and his two-set lead over Andy Murray at the 2011 US Open stand out as proof of his ability to challenge Grand Slam champions. His doubles run to the 2013 Australian Open final, his 2022 Rotterdam Open title, and his semifinal appearance at the 2017 Canadian Open round out his most memorable career milestones.
Robin Haase Career Wins
Robin Haase has built a versatile resume with two ATP singles titles, ten ATP doubles titles, and a Challenger crown. His biggest wins have come on clay and indoor hard courts, and his doubles success has spanned more than a decade.
Singles Highlights
Haase’s two ATP singles titles both came at the Austrian Open in Kitzbühel, which he won in 2011 and successfully defended in 2012. His best Grand Slam singles results were third-round appearances at the 2011 Australian Open and 2011 Wimbledon, while his deepest Masters 1000 singles run was a semifinal at the 2017 Canadian Open.
Doubles Highlights
In doubles, Haase has reached the final of the 2013 Australian Open with Igor Sijsling and has won ten ATP Tour titles, including the prestigious 2022 Rotterdam Open with Matwé Middelkoop. He has also reached four Masters 1000 doubles finals, three of which came at the 2019 Monte-Carlo Masters, the 2019 Canadian Open, and the 2022 Rotterdam Open.
Robin Haase Family
Family Background and Tennis Lineage
Haase was raised in The Hague, where his family supported his early tennis development. He grew up training at local clubs in the Netherlands and quickly emerged as one of the country’s top junior prospects.
Personal Life
Haase continues to reside in The Hague. He is known for his passionate on-court demeanor and has remained a prominent figure in Dutch tennis throughout his professional career.
2025 Season Performance
Heading into the 2025 season, Robin Haase continues to compete primarily on the ATP Challenger Tour and at selected ATP events, drawing on decades of experience. His established partnership with Matwé Middelkoop remains a key feature of his doubles schedule, and his focus on clay and indoor hard courts suits his powerful serving game.
After his 2023 comeback, Haase has worked to stabilize his singles ranking, and his willingness to play Challenger events has helped him rebuild momentum. His results at smaller events have shown that he can still compete with rising players, even as he mentors the next generation of Dutch tennis talent.
With the 2025 Mosque Open already noted in his records, Haase’s 2025 outlook centers on staying healthy, adding to his doubles title count, and continuing to represent the Netherlands whenever called upon. His experience and competitive fire make him a steady presence on tour as the season unfolds.