Began playing at age of three with his older brother Jan (born Apr. 9, 1971), who reached a career-high No. 177 on May 5, 2008. Nicknamed "Mini". Won European Junior Championships in Klosters, Switzerland at age 16 (d. Berdych) and teamed with Berdych to win doubles. Idol growing up was Andre Agassi. Says he wanted to play at baseline like Agassi. Lives and trains in Prague at National Centrum. Considers clay his favorite surface. Coached by Karol Dusan.
