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Johnny Arcilla (born February 15, 1980) is a Filipino tennis player who represents the Philippines in international competition. Arcilla is a nine-time champion at the Philippine Columbian Association Open Tennis Championship.[1][2]

Johnny Arcilla

Arcilla in 2018
Country (sports)	Philippines
Born	(1980-02-15) 15 February 1980 (age 42) Butuan, Philippines
Plays	Right-handed
Singles
Highest ranking	No. 1288 (2 August 2010)
Current ranking	No. 1728
Medal record Men's Tennis Representing  Philippines Southeast Asian Games 2005 Manila Team 2009 Vientiane Team 2001 Kuala Lumpur Team 2007 Nakhon Ratchasima Team Afro-Asian Games 2003 Hyderabad Singles 2003 Hyderabad Doubles 2003 Hyderabad Team 2003 Hyderabad Mixed doubles
Last updated on: February 3, 2015.

Early life

As young as five years old, Johnny Arcilla started as a ball boy in Butuan. His father served as his only coach and would play in the tennis court located just behind his house. At age seven, he began joining tournaments and was scouted by Milo at age ten and saw potential on Arcilla. He later moved to Manila by himself at age twelve, knowing that most tournaments were held in Manila.[1]

Tennis career

Johnny Arcilla first won his first men's single title at the Philippine Columbian Association Open Tennis Championship in 2001. Arcilla later on became the champion of tournament in the 2001, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013 [3][4] and 2019 editions at the age of 40. Arcilla was just 21 when he won his first title in 2001.[5]

References

External links

• Johnny Arcilla at the International Tennis Federation
• Johnny Arcilla at the Davis Cup

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