PLAYER PROFILE

James McCabe

  • Age22
  • Born 5 July 2003
  • Birth PlaceIba Zambales, Philippines
  • LivesSydney, New South Wales
  • Height185 cm
  • PlaysRight-handed
“Everything so far the last two years has just been a learning experience from travelling and you just don't know what to expect until you do it.”

— James McCabe, 15 Jan 2025

» James McCabe: Not your average player 

On court

  • Coached by his father, Patrick
  • Won 16/u Australian Championships in 2019
  • Peaked at world No.71 in ITF World Junior Tour rankings in October 2021
  • Earned first ATP Tour ranking points in 2021 after reaching two ITF Futures quarterfinals in Tunisia
  • Rose almost 1,000 places in the ATP rankings in 2022, helped by reaching Australian Pro Tour finals in Canberra and Bendigo
  • Reached first ATP Challenger semifinals (Bengaluru, Puerto Vallarta) in 2023, allowing him to crack the top 300.

Off court

  • Tossed the coin at the Australian Open 2013 semifinal clash between Novak Djokovic and David Ferrer
  • Set the 10 and under Australian beep test record in 2013 with 12.1
  • Also talented in cricket, swimming and football
  • Male Junior Athlete of the Year finalist at 2021 Australian Tennis Awards.

Year-end ranking history

2023 272
2022 412
2021 1415

James McCabe in the news

Wimbledon 2025: Schoolkate to lead 16-strong qualifying contingent
Tristan Schoolkate (Getty Images)
20 June, 2025

Ilkley Challenger champion Tristan Schoolkate is one of 16 Australians set to compete at Wimbledon qualifying in Roehampton from Monday.
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Almost 30 Australians bound for Wimbledon
Alex de Minaur in action en route to the 2024 Wimbledon quarterfinals. [Getty Images]
10 June, 2025

Thirteen Aussies are confirmed for the main draw at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships, with another 16 attempting to join them there via the qualifying event.
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Aussie Watch: Comeback duo headline Roland Garros qualifying draw
Jason Kubler and Storm Hunter (Getty Images)
19 May, 2025

Jason Kubler and Storm Hunter are among a 15-strong Australian contingent vying to qualify for Roland Garros, continuing their strong comebacks from their respective injuries.
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Aussie Weekly Wrap: Sharma triumphs amid dominant patch
Astra Sharma (Getty Images)
5 May, 2025

Astra Sharma continued her scintillating form in Bonita Springs, Florida, winning her first singles title since the City of Playford International in October 2023.
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