The 16 Fastest Serves in Men’s Tennis History
In modern tennis, the serve is more than just a way to start a point—it’s a weapon of destruction. As the game has evolved, so too has the speed, precision, and brutality of the serve. From legends with decade-long careers to rising stars shaking up the ATP Tour, these players have pushed the boundaries of what’s physically possible on a tennis court.
This list ranks the 16 fastest serves ever recorded in men’s tennis, based on official match data, tournament radar readings, and ATP-level recognition where applicable. Get ready for some jaw-dropping numbers—each one a thunderclap that rewrote the rules of speed.
16. Alexei Popyrin – 150.3 mph (242.0 km/h)
The young Australian fired this huge serve at the 2023 Tokyo Open. With a strong baseline game and fearless service motion, Popyrin has proven he's one to watch.
15. Oscar Otte – 150.9 mph (243.0 km/h)
Otte recorded this thunderous serve at the 2021 US Open while reaching the fourth round. His aggressive playing style and strong serve helped him punch through tough draws.
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14. Hubert Hurkacz – 150.4 mph (243.0 km/h)
This massive serve came during a Davis Cup match in 2016. Hurkacz combines clean technique with deceptive power—making him one of Poland’s finest.
13. Marius Copil – 151.6 mph (244.0 km/h)
Romania’s Copil shocked fans with this missile at the 2016 European Open. Though less known, his serve regularly ranks among the sport’s most powerful.
12. Feliciano López – 152.0 mph (244.6 km/h)
At the 2014 Aegon Championships, López unleashed this beauty. With his left-handed elegance, he remains one of Spain’s great serving stylists.
11. Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard – 152.0 mph (244.6 km/h)'
This serve came at the 2024 French Open in doubles play. At over two meters tall, Perricard brings explosive serving and big-match energy to every court.
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10. Joachim Johansson – 151.0 mph (243.0 km/h)
The Swede launched this hammer in 2004 Davis Cup action. Johansson’s natural power and fearless style made him a threat on any surface.
9. Chris Guccione – 154.1 mph (248.0 km/h)
Left-handed and towering, Guccione smashed this serve during the 2006 Davis Cup. His motion and spin gave opponents nightmares.
8. Andy Roddick – 155.0 mph (249.4 km/h)
Roddick’s legendary serve came during the 2004 Davis Cup semifinals. For years, he was the gold standard of power serving in the men’s game.
7. Milos Raonic – 155.3 mph (249.9 km/h)
Raonic's devastating serve was measured during the 2012 SAP Open. His consistency and placement make him one of the most reliable servers of the modern era.
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6. Jerzy Janowicz – 156.0 mph (251.0 km/h)
This monstrous effort happened at the 2012 Pekao Szczecin Open. Janowicz’s unpredictability and speed left opponents constantly guessing.
5. Ivo Karlović – 156.0 mph (251.0 km/h)
Known as “Dr. Ivo,” Karlović used his 6’11” frame to blast this bullet in Davis Cup play. He’s long been a nightmare to break.
4. Jannik Sinner – 156.5 mph (252.0 km/h)
Sinner's serve at Roland Garros 2025 made history as the fastest ever in a Grand Slam. His explosive power is paired with relentless baseline pressure.
3. John Isner – 157.2 mph (253.0 km/h)
This monster serve came during the 2016 Davis Cup. Isner’s service games are legendary—and often unbreakable.
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2. Albano Olivetti – 160.0 mph (257.5 km/h)
At the 2012 Internazionali Trofeo Lame Perrel–Faip, Olivetti shocked the world with this rocket. He remains one of the hardest servers despite flying under the radar.
1. Sam Groth – 163.7 mph (263.4 km/h)
The fastest serve ever recorded in a match. Groth’s bomb at the 2012 Busan Open Challenger hasn’t been matched since. Though not ATP-sanctioned, the number speaks for itself.
