Fastest serves in US Open 2022 Till now | men and women

Here we will discuss about the fastest serves in US Open 2022 Till now (men and women). So let's take a look at it.

Sep 8, 2022, 11:31 AM3 min read

Fastest serves in US Open 2022 Till now | men and women

In tennis, the serve is the biggest weapon for players. A good tennis serve uses a combination of power and precision. If a tennis player serves fast, it makes the game seem a lot easier than it is. Here we will discuss about the fastest serves in US Open 2022 Till now (men and women). So let's take a look at it.

Also read: Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

Fastest serves in US Open 2022 Till now | men and women | Sportz Point
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The serve is one of the most difficult shots for a novice, but once mastered it can be a considerable advantage. Advanced players can hit the serve in many different ways and often use it as an offensive weapon to gain an advantage in the point or to win it outright. Because of this, players above the beginner level are expected to win most of their service games, and the ability to break an opponent's serve plays a crucial role in a match

The average speed of a first serve in tennis is usually around the 190-200 km/h or 120 mph mark in men's professional tennis and around the 170-180 km/h or 105 mph mark in women's professional tennis. The fastest tennis serves (men) in Us Open 2022 till now was hit by a Russian-Kazakhstani tennis player Alexander Bublik, clocking in at 141 mph. While in women's tennis, an American tennis player Coco Gauff hit the fastest serves at 128 mph.

Fastest serves in US Open 2022 | Men:

Fastest serves in US Open 2022 Till now - Men | Sportz Point
Alexander Bublik. Image- Tennis.com
Rank Matches Player Fastest Serve Speed
1 2 A. Bublik 141 mph
2 3 T. Paul 139 mph
2 1 B. Shelton 139 mph
4 2 B. Van de Zandschulp 138 mph
4 5 F. Tiafoe 138 mph
4 1 J. Sock 138 mph
4 5 M. Berrettini 138 mph
8 5 N. Kyrgios 136 mph
8 2 G. Dimitrov 136 mph
8 1 F. Verdasco 136 mph
8 1 J. Munar 136 mph
8 2 J. Thompson 136 mph
8 3 J. Draper 136 mph
8 2 A. Popyrin 136 mph

Also read: Top 10 fastest serves in Tennis history (ATP recognised)

Fastest serves in US Open 2022 | Women:

Fastest serves in US Open 2022 Till now - Women | Sportz Point
Coco Gauff. Image- USOpen.org
Rank Matches Player Fastest Serve Speed
1 5 C. Gauff 128 mph
2 4 L. Samsonova 123 mph
3 2 B. Haddad Maia 120 mph
3 3 P. Martic 120 mph
5 3 S. Williams 119 mph
5 3 X. Wang 119 mph
7 3 M. Keys 118 mph
7 1 V. Williams 118 mph
7 5 C. Garcia 118 mph
7 1 O. Dodin 118 mph
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Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players

While tradition mandates all-white ensembles, the game’s gutsiest players have since experimented with a rainbow of uniforms, accessories, and even hairstyles. So, let's take a look at the top 10 most-talked-about Tennis dresses worn by female players.

Jan 16, 2025, 4:17 PM9 min read

Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players | sportzpoint.com

A distinguished wardrobe has always had its place on the tennis court. Long considered a pastime of the elite, the refined sport has been encouraging smart dress since the turn of the 20th century.

But while tradition mandates all-white ensembles, the game’s gutsiest players have since experimented with a rainbow of uniforms, accessories, and even hairstyles.

Naturally, their taste for forward-thinking fashion extends beyond the confines of the court as well and also their sartorial choices regularly make headlines.

So, let's take a look at the top 10 most-talked-about Tennis dresses worn by female players.

Fashion in Tennis dress 

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Fashion in Tennis plays a major role. 

From the sport’s earliest days to its top moments of controversy, tennis has long been influenced by fashion and has influenced it in turn.

As the sport evolved, a more uniform but still formal style of dress started to form for women. 

The tennis look drew from lawn dresses, which were often worn to garden parties, racecourses and other outdoor leisure events. These all-white, cotton and linen garments featured lace inserts and elaborate embroidery patterns. 

They eventually transitioned from being worn by spectators to being worn by players on the court. The prominence of these dresses shows that the focus of tennis attire was still on fashion, not performance.

Tennis Dress | Historical Overview

Historical overview of Tennis Dress | sportzpoint.com

One of the earliest moments that this form-over-function mindset was challenged was at the 1887 Wimbledon Championship. 

Tennis star Charlotte Dod, known as Lottie, was only 15 the first time she won a Wimbledon title; because of her youth, she was able to wear clothing that was not as restricting.

Ditching the tight corset, full-length dress and multi-layered gown, she wore calf-length garb more similar to a school uniform than a tennis uniform at the time.

Many older opponents argued that her attire gave her an unfair advantage by allowing her to move in ways and at speeds that the traditional tennis gear could not, bringing to the sport, for one of the first times, the question of designing garments for mobility and agility.

Suzanne Lenglen, center of Wimbledon 1919 fashion scandal

Suzanne Lenglen, center of Wimbledon 1919 fashion scandal | sportzpoint.com

This concept was furthered by the iconoclastic Suzanne Lenglen, who was the center of another Wimbledon fashion scandal in 1919 when she wore a calf-length skirt, short sleeves and a floppy hat. 

Despite the backlash from the press, which called her indecent, Lenglen went on to win the tournament. 

She often wore a tulle wrap around her head while playing, called the “Lenglen bandeau,” which caught on to become a defining look of the Roaring Twenties.

Most-talked About Female Tennis dress | Top 10 List

1. Naomi Osaka’s girlhood, brat-inspired look (US Open 2024)

Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players - Sportzpoint.com

Naomi Osaka made a grand return to the US Open 2024 after a two-year break, leaving the internet obsessed with her.

Osaka entered the court to play her match against Jelena Ostapenko in a neon green ruffled dress.

The dress was styled with a detachable matching tulle-adorned mini skirt, a white cropped jacket adorned with a large green bow, and bow-decked accessories - including sneakers and headphones. 

Designed by Yoon in collaboration with Nike, the dress was a nod to Naomi and the designer's love for Japan and Japanese subcultures.

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2. Serena Williams’ diamond-encrusted Nike outfit (US Open 2022)

Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players - Sportzpoint.com

Tennis star Serena Williams, who took retirement from the sport in 2022, made a remarkable appearance for her match with Danka Kovinic in the first round of the women's singles event at the US Open 2022. 

The star not only won the game but also left her fans impressed with her sartorial choice of attire.

Known to make heads turn with her on-court outfit choices, Serena once again proved her fashion prowess.

Serena turned up wearing a pair of diamond-encrusted Nike shoes, featuring solid gold lace deubre that read mama and queen with a black ensemble.

The black outfit that she wore featured an embellished bodice and sheer sleeves, and flowed into a voluminous skirt. 

The tennis star herself worked with the Nike team and took to Instagram to share the details.

Also ReadTop 10 fastest serves in tennis history (Women's tennis)

3. Emma Raducanu’s Tiffany & Co. Jewellery (Wimbledon 2022)

Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players - Sportzpoint.com

British tennis star Emma Raducanu made her Wimbledon debut in 2022 wearing approximately $37,000 worth of diamond and pearl jewelry. 

The diamond teardrop earrings from the Tiffany Victoria collection, which are priced at $9,300, feature a 11-12 mm pearl suspended from a diamond flower.

The matching diamond and pearl pendant from the same collection is worth $4,800.

Raducanu paired the two pieces with an 18k gold bangle, half set with round diamonds and hinged with a "T" motif at the center. 

The gold bracelet worn by Raducanu is priced at $23,000, however Tiffany & Co offers both a rose gold and silver bracelet with a slimmer band for $11,500.

4. Serena Williams’ Wakanda-inspired catsuit (French Open 2018)

Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players - Sportzpoint.com

Serena Williams stunned fans at the 2018 French Open when she stepped onto the court in a black Nike catsuit, a nod, at least in part, to Black Panther.

Black with a red waistband, the full-length bodysuit looked striking on Williams, a new mom; she was likened to a superhero in the ensemble.

But the catsuit won’t be welcome at Roland Garros. 

While fans and the media praised the look, French Tennis Federation banned catsuits and changed the tournament’s dress code in direct response to the look.

Serena's suit was more than a fashion moment, though. It had potentially live-saving functionality. 

As a full-body compression garment, it was made to help with blood clots, a health issue she’s dealt with frequently in the past. 

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5. Anne White’s spandex catsuit (Wimbledon 1985)

Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players - Sportzpoint.com

The former American tennis star Anne White caused uproar at Wimbledon in 1985 with her choice of clothing, leaving her opponent and officials furious.

Anne was warming up in a tracksuit for her match against fifth seed Pam Shriver in the first round when she removed her suit and revealed an all-white lycra unitard. 

Being 1985, it created quite a stir among the crowd and photographers. Play was stopped for the day due to bad lighting with the match tied at one set all. 

The umpire Alan Mills instructed Anne to wear a more appropriate outfit the next day; she did, and lost the third set.

She was the first tennis star to be criticised for wearing a catsuit on-court.

Also Read: 20 Highest-paid female athletes in the world: PV Sindhu only Indian on the list

6. Venus Williams’ Moulin Rouge-inspired look (French Open 2010)

Venus Williams’ Moulin Rouge-inspired tennis dress | sportzpoint.com

Every time Venus Williams steps onto a court, spectators are eager to see what outfit she's wearing. 

At Roland Garros 2010, Venus once again surprised the crowd when she unzipped her jacket to reveal an anything but ordinary on-court get up.

When the jacket came off, Venus wasn’t just a tennis player, she had the look of a 19th-century can-can dancer. 

As she slid into forehands and loaded her legs, flying up to smash serves, Venus also had the movement of an iconic Parisian dancer.

The black and red outfit mostly consisted of lace, with the upper half a tight corset and the bottom flaring out into a flowy tutu. 

Coffee-colored spandex, perfectly matching her skin-tone, rounded out the number.

This was no mistake, as Venus designed the Eleven by Venus dress herself, and every inch of this stunning dress was intentional.

7. Bethanie Mattek-Sands’ Lady Gaga look (Wimbledon 2011)

Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players - Sportzpoint.com

Bethanie Mattek-Sands, who is famous for her unusual fashion taste, decked out in a Lady Gaga-inspired jacket festooned with real tennis balls before her first round defeat in the Wimbledon 2011.

Although the All England Club usually demands a conservative, predominantly white outfit, Mattek-Sands lived up to her flamboyant reputation. 

She wore a white jacket covered in tassel and cut-in-half tennis balls, knee-high socks and a top which had one sleeve missing to show off her tattoos.

The American's lengthy list of fashion crimes also includes being fined for wearing a striped cowboy hat during a match at the 2005 US Open and donning a leopard-print outfit at the same event.

8. Serena Williams' silver stud black dress (US Open 2004)

Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players: Serena Williams' silver stud black dress (US Open 2004) | sportzpoint.com

For her third round of women's singles at US Open 2004, Serena Williams opted for an all-black ensemble (also by Nike), wearing a dress featuring silver studs all around the neck, down the midline and at the hips. 

The GOAT paired the look with a heart-chain bracelet on one wrist and a matching black studded wristband on the other.

She rounded out her accessories with diamond-encrusted hoop earrings and a black headband that debuted the official Serena logo.

Instead of a typical athletic sneaker, Williams sported what can only be described as knee-high sneaker boots.

9. Maria Sharapova' s Riccardo Tisci little black dress (US Open 2017)

Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players - Sportzpoint.com

Maria Sharapova created sensation to the US Open 2017 courts with her little black dress designed by Riccardo Tisci for Nike. 

Lace, Swarovski crystals, dots and leather details, the Russian carried them all for an ultra daring and glamorous look perfect for night matches in New York. 

The tennis fashion queen decided to balance the femininity of the dress with masculine energy of a slightly oversized bomber jacket that is billowy in the back.

The best thing is that the elegant outfit, far from a typical sports look, is by no means compromising performance and Sharapova proved that by ousting world number two Simona Halep in the first-round thriller.

10. Caroline Wozniacki's beige Adidas dress (Toray Pan Pacific Open 2014)

Top 10 most-talked about Tennis dresses worn by female players: Caroline Wozniacki beige Adidas dress | sportzpoint.com

Danish former No. 1 Caroline Wozniacki sported a beige Adidas dress at the 2014 Toray Pan Pacific Open.

The Adidas number featured contrasting panels of brown and beige, as well as a side ruffle that added some flair to an otherwise classic look.

Despite being bogged down by a useless ruffle, Wozniacki finds herself back in a Slam final.

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Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (Women's tennis)

In recent years, the WTA has seen a significant boost in the number of women hitting big serves. An excellent serve is one of the biggest weapons any tennis player can have. So, let's have a look at the fastest serves in tennis history.

Jan 15, 2025, 6:37 PM6 min read

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (Women's tennis)

Big-serving players have benefited throughout tennis history. One of the most advanced weaponry a tennis player may have is a powerful, well-placed first serve.

While most professionals can put the ball anywhere they want, only a few are capable of reaching speeds in the upper 140s and also the 150s.

However, We'll not limit ourselves to WTA-recognized fastest serves in tennis history for the applications of this top ten.

Therefore, without any further ado, let us dive right into the topic.

Read more: Top 10 fastest serves in Tennis history (ATP recognised)

Fastest Serves in Tennis History | Women's tennis

10. Caroline Garcia and Liudmila Samsonova (126.1 mph)

French tennis sensation Caroline Garcia and Russian player Liudmila Samsonova share the ninth spot on this list, chalking up a serve speed of 203 km/h (126.1 mph).

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

Caroline Garcia achieved her personal best at the 2016 Federations Cup in Strasbourg, where France hosted the Czech Republic in the final.

The host nation failed to outclass the Czech brigade in the summit clash and settled for a second-place finish.

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Kicking off the top 10 list is the 6 ft” Russian, Liudmila Samsonova hit a 126.1 mph serve at French Open in 2024.

She has won five singles and two doubles titles on the WTA Tour, her first title being a WTA 500 title at the 2021 German Open. 

9. Elena Rybakina (126.8 mph)

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

9th on the list is Elena Rybakina, who left a lasting impression during the 2024 Abu Dhabi Open with her serve clocking in at a remarkable speed of 204 km/h (126.8 mph). 

Rybakina is the first player from Kazakhstan to win a title at a major tournament, claiming the 2022 Wimbledon.

She has won eight titles on the WTA Tour, including two WTA 1000 titles at the 2023 Indian Wells Open and the 2023 Italian Open.

8. Naomi Osaka (127.4 mph)

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

Four-time grand slam champion Naomi Osaka is one of the WTA’s brightest talents whose well-rounded game includes a powerful serve that’s a crucial element in her success.

At the 2016 US Open, she hit her fastest serve at 125 mph (201 km/h).

After that, she broke her own record by serving at 205 km/h (127.4 mph) at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Open.

7. Coco Gauff (128.0 mph)

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

Since turning pro in 2018, Coco Gauff has had one of the more powerful games on tour, and her career fastest serve is proof.

At the young age of 18, Coco hit her fastest serve, which reached 128 mph (206 km/h) while playing at the 2022 US Open. Born in 2004, she’ll have plenty of opportunities to break her record.

Gauff has already won a Grand Slam title at the 2023 US Open and reached a final at the 2022 French Open.

6. Serena Williams (128.6 mph)

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

A list of the fastest serves in tennis history in the women's game would be incomplete without the name of the legendary Serena Williams.

Serena's strong serve has saved her numerous times, and it has been her go-to weapon under duress for more than two decades.

At the 2013 Australian Open, Serena didn't just hit one 203.0 km/h (128.6 mph) serve; she blasted two in her match against Garbine Muguruza.

Asked about her achievement in the post-match interview, Serena said - "It's my fastest that went in. I've hit some 150s, but of course, they're, like, to the sky."

4. Venus Williams and Alycia Parks (129.0 mph)

Venus Williams, and Alycia Parks share the fourth spot on this list, recording a serve speed of 207.6 km/h (129.0 mph).

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

Venus Williams, like her younger sister Serena, has a tremendously powerful serve in her arsenal.

She is one of the tallest female tennis players in the world, and her first serve is one of her most powerful weapons.

Venus, however, relies heavily on her first serve because her second serve is problematic, with a number of double faults occurring at inopportune periods.

Venus has hit 207.6 km/h (129.0 mph) twice in her career, once in the first round of the 2007 US Open against Kira Nagy and again in the 2008 Wimbledon final against sister Serena.

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

Another big-hitting female tennis player on this list, Alycia Parks, has an explosive game, which includes one of the WTA’s biggest serves.

In 2021 she hit her fastest serve ever at 129 mph (207.6 km/h), which she clocked during her first-round match against Olga Danilovic.

Alycia won her maiden WTA title at the Lyon Open, outclassing French No. 1 Caroline Garcia in straight sets in the final.

3. Sabine Lisicki (131.0 mph)

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

2013 Wimbledon runner-up Sabine Lisicki was one of the finest servers on the WTA Tour between 2011-2015, before injuries and bad form took a toll.

Despite being sensitive to "grass," the German regards the surface as her favourite.

In fact, she has had more success on grass than on any other surface, including four consecutive quarterfinal appearances in the Wimbledon Championships from 2011 to 2014.

Sabine Lisicki rewrote the record books by serving the fastest-ever serve on the WTA circuit in her match against Ana Ivanovic at the 2014 Stanford Classic.

The German breached the elusive 130 mph mark for the first time as she clocked a thunderous serve measuring 210.8 km/h (131.0 mph).

2. Aryna Sabalenka (133.0 mph)

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

With a powerful baseline game and serve, Aryna Sabalenka has proved herself as one of the WTA’s elite players.

Her serve speed has topped out at 133.0 mph (214 km/h), number two on the list of fastest serves in tennis history.

She achieved the feat in 2018 at the WTA Elite Trophy, a year-end tournament.

Known for her aggressive playing style, Sabalenka's powerful serve has become one of her signature weapons on the court.

She's one of the most in-form players on the women's tour at the moment.

1. Georgina García Pérez (136.7 mph)

Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

Topping the fastest serves in the tennis history list is Spanish player Georgina García Pérez, who unleashed a monstrous serve with a speed of 220 km/h (136.7 mph) during the 2018 Hungarian Ladies Open.

However, Garcia Perez couldn't find her best potential in terms of her all-round game.

She struggled to make the top 100 of the WTA rankings and has never won a main tour title in her career.

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Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Barbora Krejčíková in women's singles was proclaimed Wimbledon 2024 champion, she defeated Jasmine Paolini of Italy. Let's have a look at the women's Wimbledon Champion list from the last 10 years.

Jul 16, 2024, 6:00 AM5 min read

Barbora Krejčíková in women's singles was proclaimed Wimbledon 2024 champion. Image- The Independent

The World's biggest Tennis tournament, Wimbledon or The Championships is the oldest Tennis tournament so far. It is considered as the most prestigious tournament. It has been organized at the All England Club in Wimbledon, London since 1877. Grand Slam has four Tennis tournaments, and Wimbledon is one of them. The Australian Open, the French Open and the US Open are the other three tournaments. Wimbledon is the only tournament played on Grass courts.

Also Read: Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Men's)

The Wimbledon Championship 2024 was the 137th time Championships. There were five main events, four junior events, and seven invitation events. Barbora Krejčíková in women's singles was proclaimed Wimbledon 2024 champion, she defeated Jasmine Paolini of Italy. There are many more champions who have won women's singles titles. So, let's have a look at the women's Wimbledon Champion list from the last 10 years.

1. 2014 Wimbledon Championships Winner- Petra Kvitová

Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Petra Kvitova swept past Canada's Eugenie Bouchard with a stunning performance of controlled power to win her second Wimbledon title. The Czech sixth seed reclaimed the title she first won in 2011 with a 6-3 6-0 victory. It was the 24-year-old's second major title. Kvitova did a similar demolition job on Maria Sharapova to win Wimbledon for the first time three years ago. It was also the quickest ladies’ final at Wimbledon for 31 years, since Martina Navratilova, also a Czech and an even more famous left-hander, routed Andrea Jaeger in the 1983 final.

2. 2015 Wimbledon Championships Winner- Serena Williams

Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Serena Williams beat Spain's Garbine Muguruza to win Wimbledon for the sixth time and complete the 'Serena Slam' as the holder of all four major titles. The 33-year-old American won 6-4 6-4 on Centre Court to claim her 21st Grand Slam title and third of 2015. It's another mark in the history books for the player who many already consider the greatest woman to have ever played the game. Serena also became the oldest slam champion of the modern era by beating her excellent opponent, 12 years her junior. 

3. 2016 Wimbledon Championships Winner- Serena Williams

Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Serena Williams had finally won her 22nd Grand Slam title, besting Angelique Kerber in the finals at Wimbledon 2016. The American, 34, coped with a gusty wind on Centre Court to win 7-5 6-3. With this, she got her seventh singles title on the grass courts of The Championships, and she had finally tied Steffi Graf for the most major titles in the Open Era.

Also Read: Players who won the Golden Slam in their career

4. 2017 Wimbledon Championships Winner- Garbiñe Muguruza

Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Garbine Muguruza defeated Venus Williams 7-5, 6-0 to clinch the 2017 Wimbledon women's singles championship, the second major title of her career. It was a strange contest, the first women’s final under the roof. The Spaniard finished as runner-up to the American's sister, Serena, in this same fixture two years ago but claimed some redemption after sailing to this year's crown.

5. 2018 Wimbledon Championships Winner- Angelique Kerber

Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Angelique Kerber beat seven-time champion Serena Williams to win her first Wimbledon title and spoil the American's dream comeback as a mother. The German 11th seed, 30, beat the 23-time Grand Slam champion 6-3 6-3 to add this title to her 2016 Australian Open and US Open crowns.

6. 2019 Wimbledon Championships Winner- Simona Halep

Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Simona Halep has made Wimbledon history by becoming the first Romanian to win the Grand Slam with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over seven-time champion Serena Williams. She won her first Grand Slam title at last year’s French Open but had gone into her first final here as the clear underdog.

Also Read: Top 10 fastest serves in tennis history (WTA Recognised)

7. 2021 Wimbledon Championships Winner- Ash Barty

Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Ashleigh Barty claimed her first Wimbledon title - and second singles Grand Slam crown, beating Karolina Pliskova 6-3 6-7 (7-4) 6-3 in a rollercoaster women's singles final. Barty, who claimed a first Grand Slam title at Roland Garros two years ago, was the first Australian to lift the Venus Rosewater Dish since her idol Evonne Goolagong Cawley won the second of two Wimbledon titles in 1980. She was only the third Australian woman to triumph in the Open era, joining Goolagong Cawley (also the 1971 winner) and 1970 champion Margaret Court.

8. 2022 Wimbledon Championships winner- Elena Rybakina

Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Elena Rybakina became the first player representing Kazakhstan to win a Grand Slam singles championship with a 3-6, 6-2, 6-2 victory against No.3 Ons Jabeur.  After sealing her first championship point with a service winner, Rybakina celebrated the 1-hour, 48-minute win with barely a fist pump. In the first Wimbledon title match between first-time Grand Slam finalists of the Open Era,  Rybakina, 23, also became the youngest woman to lift the Venus Rosewater Dish since 21-year-old Petra Kvitova in 2011. She was also the fourth-youngest active major champion on the Hologic WTA Tour, older than only Iga Swiatek, Bianca Andreescu, and Emma Raducanu.

9. 2023 Wimbledon Championships winner- Markéta Vondroušová

Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Markéta Vondroušová made history as the first unseeded player to win the ladies singles championship at Wimbledon in a stunning 6-4, 6-4 upset over the No. 6 seed Ons Jabeur, who was the runner-up for a second straight year. The 24-year-old lefty joins two other Czech-born left-handers, Martina Navratilova and Petra Kvitová to take home the Wimbledon title.

Also Read: Most Wimbledon Titles in Open Era (Men)

10. 2024 Wimbledon Championships winner- Barbora Krejčíková

Last 10 Wimbledon Champions List (Women's)

Barbora Krejcikova is the Wimbledon ladies' singles champion after the 31st seed earned an impressive 6-2 2-6 6-4 win over Jasmine Paolini to claim the title for the first time. Heading into the Wimbledon final, Krejcikova was a seven-time Major doubles champion, the 2021 French Open singles winner and an Olympic gold medallist. She had even completed the career Slam in doubles, winning each of the four big titles at least once.

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Tennis Facts: Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women)

As Novak Djokovic became the oldest World No. 1 tennis player in history, we present you the tennis facts of all the top 10 oldest World No.1 tennis players in ATP and WTA history.

Apr 11, 2024, 9:22 PM6 min read

Novak Djokovic becomes the Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history. Image- Tennisuptodate.com

Many tennis players have proven themselves to be the best of all not only in the initial years of their career but also continued their legacy in the very end. They have achieved the most success in their career and yet thrived to be the best even during the end years of their career. In this article, we will present you a list of the top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women). 

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Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players (men and women)

10. Martina Navratilova | 30 Years

Tennis Facts: Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women)

At the age of 30, Martina Navratilova became one of the oldest World No.1 tennis players in history. She reached the top of the rankings on November 25, 1985, and stayed till August 16, 1987. She remained at the top for 332 weeks in women’s singles. Apart from that Navratilova was also World No.1 for 237 weeks in doubles. With 18 Grand Slam singles victories, Martina is unquestionably one of the top female tennis players in history. She also achieved an incredible 31 Grand Slam titles in women’s doubles and 10 in mixed doubles.

9. Andy Murray | 30 Years 95 Days

Tennis Facts: Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women)

Andy Murray reached the top of the table on 7 November 2016 and stayed for 41 consecutive weeks at the top of the ATP Rankings till 20 August 2017. Murray enjoyed one of the best-ever seasons in tennis in 2016 as he won Wimbledon, the ATP Finals, gold at the Rio Games, three ATP Masters 1000 titles and three ATP 500 events. He also finished runner-up at the Australian Open and Roland Garros.

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8. Ivan Lendl | 30 Years

Tennis Facts: Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women)

Ivan Lendl stayed at the No. 1 rank for 270 weeks. During a career from 1978 to 1994, he stayed at the top of the table the last time was on 12 August 1990. He spent a total of 270 weeks at No. 1, which was a record until Sampras overtook him in 1999. The former Czech-American player is the winner of 8 Grand Slam titles. Also, he's the first male tennis player who appeared in 19th Grand Slam finals.

7. Chris Evert | 30 Years

Tennis Facts: Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women)

Only three players have touched the WTA No. 1 ranking in their 30s and Chris Evert was one of them. On October 25 1985, Evert was crowned one of the oldest World No.1 tennis players at the age of 30. Her legacy continued till November 24 1985. Evert also was ranked world No. 1 for 260 weeks and was the year-end world No. 1 singles player seven times (1974–78, 1980, 1981). She won 18 major singles titles, including a record seven French Open titles and a joint-record six US Open titles (tied with Serena Williams).

6. Jimmy Connors | 30 Years

Tennis Facts: Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women)

The eight-time Grand Slam winner’s first stint at No. 1 in the rankings kicked off July 29, 1974, and Jimmy Connors remained top for 160 consecutive weeks, a then record. He had another eight stints for a total of 268 weeks with his final day at No 1 coming on July 3, 1983. American Connors still holds the record for most singles trophies won during a career as he has 109 titles to his name.

5. John Newcombe | 30 Years

Tennis Facts: Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women)

John Newcombe climbed to the top of the Open Era on June 3, 1974, and continued the streak till 28 July of the same year. He spent 8 weeks at the No. 1 and the last time he was at the top on 30 years and 66 days. The Australian player won seven majors and he competed in both the amateur and Open Eras with two of his Grand Slams coming before the sport turned professional in 1968.

4. Rafael Nadal | 33 Years

Tennis Facts: Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women)

On 18 August 2008, Rafael Nadal was first crowned the No. 1 on the ATP Rankings at the age of 22 years and 76 days. The 37-year-old finished as the year-end No. 1 five times and the last time he was at the No. 1 position was on 2 February 2020. In total, he has spent 209 weeks at the top of the rankings and was the fourth oldest World No.1 tennis player behind Andre Agassi. Nadal has also won 22 Grand Slam men's singles titles, including a record 14 French Open titles.

Also Read: Rafael Nadal pulls out from Monte Carlo Masters, may return in French Open

3. Andre Agassi | 33 Years

Tennis Facts: Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women)

Andre Agassi started playing professional tennis in 1986 and continued till 2006. During these 20 years, he became the first man to win all four Grand Slam singles tournaments on three different surfaces. Before Novak, he was the first man to win four Australian Open singles titles. He reached the world No. 1 ranking for the first time in 1995 and again returned to No. 1 in 1996. Also, he stayed at the top of the rankings for 101 weeks. On April 28, 2003, at the age of 33 years and 13 days, he recaptured the No. 1 ranking. During that time, he was the oldest top-ranked male player, which was later surpassed by Federer in 2018. The last time he was at the No. 1 was September 7, 2003.

2. Serena Williams | 35 Years

Tennis Facts: Top 10 Oldest World No.1 tennis players in history (men and women)

Serena Williams is the Oldest World No.1 tennis player (female) in the WTA ranking list. She first went to the top of the rankings on 8 July 2002. At the age of 35 years, on 14 May 2017, she became the oldest female world No. 1. She was 35 years 124 days old when she won her 23rd Grand Slam singles title, at the Australian Open. In doing so, Serena became the oldest female Grand Slam singles winner. She was also ranked world No.1 in singles for 319 weeks, including a joint-record 186 consecutive weeks, and finished as the year-end No.1 five times. In addition, Serena won 23 Grand Slam titles, the most in the Open Era and the second-most of all time. 

Also Read: ATP & WTA Rankings: Most number of weeks as World No.1 Tennis Player

1. Novak Djokovic | 36 Years

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Novak Djokovic has overtaken Roger Federer to become the oldest World No.1 tennis player in history as he turned 36 years, 10 months, 17 days on April 9, 2024. Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will not be able to overtake Djokovic in the rankings before April 15, meaning his record will be extended by at least another week. The Serbian also holds the record for the oldest year-end No. 1 as he was 36 years, 7 months, and 9 days when he topped the rankings on the final day of 2023. In addition, he has the record for most weeks at No. 1 as he currently sits on a staggering 420 weeks – more than 100 weeks clear of Federer in second place – and that number is set to grow. 

 

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20 Highest-paid female athletes in the world: PV Sindhu only Indian on the list

Indian star shuttler PV Sindhu is India's sole representative on the list. She finished at the 16th spot alongside some of the highest-paid female athletes in the world.

Mar 5, 2024, 1:59 PM12 min read

20 Highest-paid female athletes in the world

Sports stands as one of the highest-paid professions globally because of vast financial rewards and entertainment value. However, despite many achievements, female athletes continue to earn substantially less than male athletes. Forbes' 2023 ranking highlighted this vast difference, with the top 20 male athletes gather $1.9 billion, more than eight times the earnings of the top 20 women. Today, we shift our focus to the top 20 highest-paid female athletes of the 2023-24 period and how much do they make in a year including prize money, endorsements and net worth.

The leading business magazine Forbes has revealed the world's highest-paid female athletes list. Twelve out of 20 athletes are from the world of tennis and dominate the chart. While Indian star shuttler PV Sindhu is India's sole representative on the list. she finished at the 16th spot alongside gymnast Simone Biles with her $7.1 million earnings.

Highest-paid Female Athletes | Top 20 List

1. Iga Swiatek (Tennis) | $23.9 million

Iga Swiatek topped the highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Tennis.com
Iga Swiatek topped the highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Tennis.com

At the age of 22, women's tennis world No. 1 Iga Swiatek of Poland topped the highest-paid female athletes list with an estimated $23.9 million (before taxes and agents' fees). In 2023, Swiatek was recognised as one of tennis's brightest stars by winning the second consecutive WTA Player of the Year Award. She has now spent a total of 82 weeks at the top spot, ranking 10th in WTA history. Swiatek also occupies the 14th position on the tour's career prize money list, boasting nearly $25 million in earnings.

Swiatek earned $14 million of her income through endorsements. Visa, On shoes and apparel, Oshee sports drinks and information technology company Infosys are some of the prominent brands endorsed by Swiatek.

2. Eileen Gu (Freestyle skiing) | $22.1 million

Eileen Gu came in second on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Forbes
Eileen Gu came in second on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Forbes

Eileen Gu, the freestyle skier and model, came in second on the top highest-paid female athletes list. She made $22.1 million in 2023, with the majority of her earnings coming from endorsements. Brands such as Mengniu Dairy and sportswear giant Anta in China, as well as luxury labels like Louis Vuitton and Victoria's Secret in the West, have all invested in partnerships with Gu. She was born in San Francisco but represented China in competition.

Despite struggling with a knee injury, Gu made a successful return in December and clinched victory in halfpipe events in both China and Colorado during her first World Cup action in 11 months.

Also Read: The Soaring Value of Women's Sports: A Game-Changer in the Sports World

3. Coco Gauff (Tennis) | $21.7 million

Coco Gauff came in third on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Deadline
Coco Gauff came in third on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Deadline

Coco Gauff enjoyed the biggest season of her career in 2023 on the court, highlighted by her breakthrough victory at the US Open, her first Grand Slam title. Gauff has won four WTA tournaments in 2023 and as a result, she achieved a career-best No. 3 ranking in singles.

Apart from that, Gauff also raked in the deals and endorsements off the court, too. She has an estimated net worth of $21.7 million. 19-year-old Gauff demonstrated her commercial appeal by securing partnerships with brands such as Baker Tilly, Bose, and UPS this year. Recognized for her passion for Marvel superheroes, Gauff was featured in an advertisement for the 2023 film "The Marvels" and graced the cover of a limited-edition Invincible Iron Man comic book.

4. Emma Raducanu (Tennis) | $15.2 million

Emma Raducanu came in fourth on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Tenis365
Emma Raducanu came in fourth on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Tenis365

2021 US Open champion Emma Raducanu, number three last year, played only 10 matches in 2023 as she underwent surgery on both her wrists and one ankle midway through the way. Despite this, she earned $15.2 million this campaign with $15 million coming from endorsements. Raducanu has an endorsement deal with HSBC, Tiffany, British Airways, Christian Dior, Vodafone, Porsche and Evian.

5. Naomi Osaka (Tennis) | $15 million

Naomi Osaka came in fifth on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Bloomberg
Naomi Osaka came in fifth on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Bloomberg

Naomi Osaka has not played an event since September 2022 till last year as as she gave birth to a daughter in July. Osaka has an estimated net worth of $15 million, which came only through endorsements.

Osaka cut way back on her sponsor commitments in 2023, but she did add a new partner three months ago; Meta created her own AI chatbot character named Tamika. Other celebrities with AI personalities on some Meta platforms include Snoop Dogg, Tom Brady, Kendall Jenner and Dwyane Wade.

Also Read: Highest paid athlete from each sport in 2022 according to Forbes

6. Aryna Sabalenka (Tennis) | $14.7 million

Aryna Sabalenka came in 6th on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Reuters
Aryna Sabalenka came in 6th on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Reuters

Aryna Sabalenka had a dominant 2023 as the only women to reach the semifinals of all four Grand Slam events, including an Australian Open win and US Open runner-up finish. In September, she became the 29th women to ever hold the No. 1 ranking. She also received the International Tennis Federation's World Champion Award. 

Sabalenka has an estimated net worth of $14.7 million. She recently collaborated with Maestro Dobel Tequila and Leaf Trading Cards. Beyond tennis, Sabalenka invested in wellness brand Beekeeper's Naturals and Olipop soda. She was also featured in Netflix's tennis docuseries Break Point.

7. Jessica Pegula (Tennis) | $12.5 million

Jessica Pegula came in 7th on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Bullscore
Jessica Pegula came in 7th on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Bullscore

Jessica Pegula has yet to make it past the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam event but finished the year ranked fifth in the world thanks to wins in 77% of her matches and two tournament titles. She was named to the esteemed 2024 Forbes 30 Under 30 list. Pegula's stellar year on the court was her victory at the Montreal singles tournament, marking the biggest title of her career. In addition, she reached the championship match at the WTA Finals in November.

Pegula has an estimated net worth of $12.5 million. Off the court, Pegula continues to expand her brand presence by securing partnerships with brands such as Dyson headphones, De Bethune watches, and Gorjana jewelry.

8. Venus Williams (Tennis) | $12.2 million

Venus Williams came in 8th on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- CNN
Venus Williams came in 8th on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- CNN

Venus Williams' competitive appearances have become infrequent. She participated in just seven tournaments and played 10 matches last year but her influence as a marketing powerhouse remains. The seven-time Grand Slam singles champion has recently expanded her brand portfolio through strategic partnerships with Dove and Nestlé's Purina PetCare. Simultaneously, she introduced a jewellery line in collaboration with Reinstein Ross and made a strategic investment in the Los Angeles Golf Club, a team set to compete in the upcoming TGL league developed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy's TMRW Sports.

Beyond sports and lifestyle, Williams is extending her impact as an executive producer on "Behind the Racquet".

Also Read: Grand Slam Records: Most Grand Slam singles matches wins (men and women)

9. Elena Rybakina (Tennis) | $9.5 million

Elena Rybakina came in 9th on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- CNN
Elena Rybakina came in 9th on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- CNN

Elena Rybakina backed up her 2022 Wimbledon win with a pair of WTA 1000 tournament wins this year at Indian Wells and Rome, as well as a runner-up finish at the Australian Open. Building on this success, she had an outstanding 2023 season, securing victories in two WTA 1000 tournaments and concluding the year at an impressive No. 4 in the singles rankings.

Throughout her ascent, the 24-year-old player has strategically expanded her brand associations, forging partnerships with notable entities such as Red Bull and Yonex.

10. Leylah Fernandez (Tennis) | $8.8 million

Leylah Fernandez came in 10th on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Sportsnet
Leylah Fernandez came in 10th on the top highest-paid female athletes list. Image- Sportsnet

Similar to Emma Raducanu, Leylah Fernandez continues to reap the rewards of her notable run to the 2021 US Open final. She maintains partnerships with more than 10 endorsement partners like Lululemon, Morgan Stanley, and Google Pixel phones. However, akin to Raducanu, Fernandez has encountered challenges in meeting the expectations set by her early success on the court.

11. Nelly Korda (Golf) | $8.2 million

Nelly Korda. Image- WNCT
Nelly Korda. Image- WNCT

Nelly Korda failed to reach the winner's circle in 2023, but her sponsor portfolio was transformed in a boost her off-course earnings. The 2021 Women's PGA Championship winner added lucrative new deals with Nike and TaylorMade, replacing J Lindeberg and Titleist to start the year, as well as another pair of global brands, Delta Airlines and Goldman Sachs.

11. Megan Rapinoe (Football) | $8.2 million

Megan Rapinoe. Image- Olympics.com
Megan Rapinoe. Image- Olympics.com

Megan Rapinoe did not get the storybook ending to her career as she was injured early in the NWSL Championship game, and her OL Reign fell to Gotham FC. Retirement will free up time for Rapinoe, who is a sought-after corporate speaker and last year launched a production company, A Touch More, along with her partner, WNBA legend Sue Bird.

13. Candace Parker (Basketball) | $8.1 million

Candace Parker. Image- Los Angeles Times  Charles Rex Arbogast
Candace Parker. Image- Los Angeles Times Charles Rex Arbogast

Candace Parker captured the 2021 WNBA championship with the Chicago Sky and won another title (while injured) with the Las Vegas Aces in 2023. But with league salaries capped at around $200,000, she makes nearly all of her money from endorsements. Her brand partners include Adidas, CarMax and Gatorade and her annual off-the-court pay is more than double her total playing salary across her 15 years in the WNBA.

Candace was the first woman to appear on the cover of an "NBA 2K" video game and was among the star athletes to invest in trading-card exchange Alt in a funding round announced in November 2021. She also has a lucrative contract as an NBA analyst for Turner Sports.

14. Alex Morgan (Football) | $7.8 million

Alex Morgan. Image- Britannica
Alex Morgan. Image- Britannica

The US Women's National Team flamed out early at the 2023 World Cup, but Alex Morgan remains the sport's most popular choice for marketers. She has endorsement deals with Nike, Calvin Klein, Molecule, Hublot, Bodyarmor and Michelob Ultra. In 2021, she founded a female-focused media platform, Togethxr, with fellow star athletes Sue Bird, Chloe Kim and Simone Manuel. This year, she launched her own foundation. Her latest is an investment in Los Angeles Golf Club, a franchise in the Monday night golf league TGL set to launch in 2025.

15. Qinwen Zheng (Tennis) | $7.2 million

Qinwen Zheng. Image- CNN
Qinwen Zheng. Image- CNN

Qinwen Zheng won the WTA's Most Improved Player Award in 2023, an impressive follow-up to her 2022 Newcomer of the Year Award. She won singles titles in Palermo and Zhengzhou in 2023 and reached the US Open quarterfinals. Some in the sport wonder if she could be a marketing star along the lines of her countrywoman Li Na, who finished no lower than third in the female athletes earnings ranking from 2012 to 2014.

16. Simone Biles (Gymnastics) | $7.1 million

Simone Biles. Image- Britannica
Simone Biles. Image- Britannica

Simone Biles returned to competition in 2023 and was as dominant as ever. She clinched four gold medals at the World Championships, extending her record to 30 total career medals at the event, including 23 golds. She led the US to a record-breaking seventh consecutive world team title. In 2021, Biles left Nike to join Athleta, and this year, the brand released their third Athleta Girl Collection with Biles, which is entitled "Because I Can."

16. PV Sindhu (Badminton) | $7.1 million

PV Sindhu is her country's sole representative on the list. Image- RevSportz
PV Sindhu is her country's sole representative on the list. Image- RevSportz

India's PV Sindhu has made it into the list of top highest-paid female athletes by Forbes where she finished at the 16th spot alongside gymnast Simone Biles with her $7.1 million earnings. She is her country's sole representative on the list. Sindhu earned around seven million USD in off-field partnerships, having secured deals with Centuary Mattress and American Pistachio Growers in the past year.

Sindhu is already among India's most marketable athletes, with her sponsors ranging from Asian Paints to Bank of Baroda. Compared to her off-field marketing prowess, Sindhu earned just 0.1 million USD in on-field prize money, underlining her barren year and Badminton's financial disparity to other, more global sports. 

Also Read: PV Sindhu announces legendary Prakash Padukone as her mentor in quest of Olympic gold

18. Ons Jabeur (Tennis) | $5.7 million

Ons Jabeur. Image- The Japan Times
Ons Jabeur. Image- The Japan Times

Ons Jabeur reached her second straight Wimbledon final in 2023 and finished the season ranked sixth in the world. The Tunisian-born tennis ace was the first African and Arab woman to contest a major singles final. She has endorsements with Lotto, Wilson and Laval, and will collect an appearance fee in Saudi Arabia at the end of December.

19. Brooke Henderson (Golf) | $5.4 million

Brooke Henderson. Image- Golf Digest
Brooke Henderson. Image- Golf Digest

Henderson, a winner of two major golf championships, is arguably the most prominent female athlete in Canada. In January, she followed in the footsteps of Nelly Korda and transitioned to using TaylorMade equipment.

20. Markéta Vondroušová (Tennis) | $5.2 million

Markéta Vondroušová. Image- Vogue
Markéta Vondroušová. Image- Vogue

Markéta Vondroušová close the list of the top 20 highest-paid female athletes. At the time, Vondroušová, who was ranked 42nd, made history by becoming the first unseeded woman to clinch the Wimbledon singles title in July. It was an unexpected victory for her, as evidenced by her last-minute arrangement for a cat sitter.

Following her triumphant performance at the tournament, the 24-year-old tennis star from the Czech Republic secured a new clothing sponsorship deal with J.Lindeberg. She ended the year on a high note, ranking seventh in the women's singles rankings.

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