Top 10 Best Returners in Tennis Today

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Jun 4, 2014; Paris, France; David Ferrer (ESP) in action during his match against Rafael Nadal (ESP, not pictured) on day 11 at the 2014 French Open at Roland Garros. Mandatory Credit: Susan Mullane-USA TODAY Sports

3. David Ferrer

At 5’9″, Ferrer is the shortest player on this list, but he makes up for it with grittiness and determination.

Return Point Won %: 42.0

Aced %: 5.5

Break %: 31.4

At 5’9″, Ferrer is the shortest player on this list, but he makes up for it with grittiness and determination. Ferrer is often the forgotten player on tour, but he keeps raking in the wins, most recently at the Rio Open. Ferrer’s return expertise is not limited to the clay courts that he prefers. He uses his return to effectively wear down opponents on all court surfaces. Even with his height, Ferrer is also difficult to ace. He doesn’t come up with too many return winners, but once the points start, Ferrer has an advantage in a rally over the majority of players he faces.

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