Young became the youngest year end World #1 in junior rankings in 2005 at 16 years and 5 months. He was the first African-American man to be ranked #1 in the world. Since turning pro Young has won just over $2 million in prize money. He also won the Wimbledon junior title in 2007. In 2014 Young reached the semi-finals of the US Open Grand Slam Mixed Doubles tournament. He also reached the 4th round of the US Open event in 2011.