Dmitry Tursunov is a retired professional tennis player from Russia, born on December 12, 1982. He turned pro in 1998 and achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 20 in 2006. Tursunov is known for his powerful serve and aggressive playing style, which helped him win three ATP singles titles during his career. After retiring from professional play, Tursunov transitioned into coaching. He has worked with various players, including Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova and Maria Sharapova. His experience on the tour and understanding of the game have made him a respected figure in the tennis community.