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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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Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

The tournament has gone on to witness several players crowned as champions. They have had proved both mental strength and physical prowess. Let's have a look the male and female singles tennis players with most US Open titles.

Aug 27, 2025, 12:57 PM5 min read

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

The US Open is one of the most prestigious Grand Slam tournaments in a tennis calendar year. A title at the Flushing Meadows is a matter of pride for any tennis player. Since the dawn of the Open Era in 1968, the US Open has stood as one of the toughest battlegrounds in tennis. It has been played on hard courts since 1978, making it a true test of speed, stamina, and shot-making. The US Open is not only a highlight of the tennis calendar but also one of the most-watched sporting events in the world.

The tournament has gone on to witness several players crowned as champions. They have had proved both mental strength and physical prowess.

Let's have a look the male and female singles tennis players with most US Open titles.

Also Read: US Open Champion: Last 10 years List (Men)

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

10. Martina Navratilova | 4

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

Martina Navratilova, famous for her attacking game and net play. She was a complete player who could adapt to different conditions and was a fierce rival to Chris Evert. Navratilova’s rivalry with Evert remains one of the greatest in tennis history. 

Navratilova won four of the eight finals she featured in at the US Open from 1981 to 1991. To secure her titles, the Czech-American great beat Chris Evert in 1983 and 1984, Helena Sukova in 1986 and Steffi Graf in 1987.

9. Novak Djokovic | 4

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

Similar to Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic was also a part of the famous “Big Three,” which collectively dominated men’s tennis for nearly two decades. Djokovic won his first US Open in 2011, defeating Rafael Nadal. He followed this with victories in 2015, 2018, and 2023.

His 24 Grand Slam titles are the most in history, and when combined with the Australian Open, Djokovic has a record 14 major championship titles on the hard court. 

8. Rafael Nadal | 4

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

Rafael Nadal is often regarded as one of the most decorated professional tennis players in the sport’s history. He holds a place alongside Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic in the famous “Big Three”.

While he is best known for his phenomenal achievements on the clay at Roland-Garros, the Spaniard has four championships in the United States and a fantastic 4-1 record in the final. Nadal’s first US Open victory came in 2010, defeating Novak Djokovic in the final. His incredible physicality and relentless style of play have served him well at Flushing Meadows, leading to further victories in 2013, 2017, and 2019. 

7. John McEnroe | 4

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

John McEnroe is another of the great American players who thrived at his home major along with Sampras and Connors. Like Nadal, he made five US Open finals and won four of them. 

He dominated his home turf, winning four titles during the early 1980s. His four finals produced wins against Vitas Gerulaitis, fierce rival Björn Borg (twice) and Ivan Lendl, before Lendl turned the tables on him in 1985.

6. Roger Federer | 5

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

Roger Federer not only won the US Open five times, but he achieved this feat in five consecutive years. Between 2004 and 2008, Federer won five successive US Open singles titles, a feat unmatched by any player in the Open Era at the tournament. 

From 2003 to 2007, he also won the Wimbledon title five times on-the-trot, a record only matched by Bjorn Borg. No other tennis player has won two separate Grand Slams five times in-a-row.

Also Read: US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out– Youth vs Experience

5. Pete Sampras | 5

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

Pete Sampras was known for his serve, often considered the greatest in the history of tennis. He won US Open five times (1990, 1993, 1995-96, 2002). In a fairytale ending, Sampras’ 2002 US Open victory was the final match of his 15-year career. Sampras’ thunderous serve and fearless net play made him nearly unstoppable in New York.

4. Steffi Graf | 5

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

Steffi Graf prevailed in five of the eight title matches she contested at the US Open between 1987 and 1996. For her championship match victories, the German icon overcame Gabriela Sabatini in 1988, Navratilova in 1989, Sukova in 1993, and Monica Seles in 1995 and 1996.

3. Jimmy Connors | 5

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

The fierce Jimmy Connors won eight major singles championships, which included a joint-record five US Opens. His five US Open titles were won across three different surfaces: grass, clay, and hard courts. He finished as the year-end No.1 five times in his career.

2. Serena Williams | 6

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

Serena Williams claimed six titles from the nine finals she reached at her home Grand Slam across a 20-year period from 1999 to 2019. In her successful title matches, Williams downed Martina Hingis in 1999, Venus Williams in 2002, Jelena Jankovic in 2008, Victoria Azarenka in 2012 and 2013, and Caroline Wozniacki in 2014.

Also Read: US Open Champion: Last 10 years list (Women)

1. Chris Evert | 6

Most US Open Titles (Male and Female)

Evert was the first woman to win more than three US Open titles in the Open Era. She won six of the nine championship matches she competed in between 1975 and 1984. For her wins in finals, Evert defeated Goolagong in 1975 and 1976, Wendy Turnbull in 1977, Pam Shriver in 1978 and Hana Mandlikova in 1980 and 1982. 

The American legend is the only woman to win the US Open on different surfaces: green clay (1975-1977) and hard courts (1978, 1980 and 1982).

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US Open 2025: Coco Gauff vs Ajla Tomljanović women's singles first round match preview

Here is everything you need to know before the Coco Gauff vs Ajla Tomljanović women's singles first round encounter in US Open 2025.

Aug 26, 2025, 12:12 PM4 min read

US Open 2025: Coco Gauff vs Ajla Tomljanović women's singles first round match preview

Former champion Coco Gauff opens her US Open 2025 campaign against Ajla Tomljanović on Tuesday.

For Gauff, the build-up has been far from ideal. Since lifting her second Grand Slam crown at Roland-Garros in June, the American has endured a rocky spell, going title-less on grass and falling short in the North American hard-court swing. 

Tomljanović, on the other hand, has endured a stop-start season. Aside from semifinal runs in Austin and Rabat, plus a third-round showing in Charleston, her campaign has largely lacked momentum. Consecutive second-round exits in Monterrey and Cincinnati have done little to shift that narrative, leaving the Australian searching for a spark in New York.

Here is everything you need to know before the Coco Gauff vs Ajla Tomljanović women's singles first round encounter in US Open 2025. 

Also Read: US Open 2025: Alexander Zverev vs Alejandro Tabilo men's singles first round match preview

Match Details

  • Match: Coco Gauff vs Ajla Tomljanović
  • Tournament: US Open 2025, Women's Singles First Round
  • Date: 27 August 2025
  • Time: 4:30 AM IST
  • Venue: Arthur Ashe Stadium, New York, USA

Coco Gauff vs Ajla Tomljanović: Head-to-head Stats

Gauff leads their rivalry 1-0. She won their previous meeting at the Paris Olympics 2024 in straight sets.

Year
Event
Surface
Round
Winner
Score
2024 Paris Olympics Clay First round Coco Gauff 6-3 6-0

Coco Gauff Current Form

Gauff started the season by leading her team to the United Cup title, followed by a quarterfinal finish at the Australian Open. She failed to win a match during the Middle East swing, and then made the fourth round of the WTA 1000 tournaments at Indian Wells and Miami.

Gauff put her best foot forward during the clay swing. After back-to-back runner-up finishes at the WTA 1000 events in Madrid and Rome, she captured her second Major title at the French Open. She rallied from a set down to beat World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the final.

The American's form nosedived following her triumph in Paris. She didn't win a match on grass, eventually snapping her losing skid by making the fourth round of the Canadian Open. She went one round further at the Cincinnati Open, her most recent tournament.

Ajla Tomljanović Current Form

Semifinal appearances at the WTA 250 tournaments in Austin and Rabat are Tomljanovic's best results this year. She has underperformed at the Majors, reaching the second round of the Australian Open and the French Open while making a first-round exit from Wimbledon. 

Tomljanovic's preparations for the US Open got underway at the Canadian Open, going down to Anastasija Sevastova in the first round. She then made the second rounds of the Cincinnati Open and the Monterrey Open.

Coco Gauff vs Ajla Tomljanović: Match Prediction

Coco Gauff to win in straight sets. Gauff has a 4-4 record since winning the French Open. She has compiled a 4-2 record in the lead-up to the US Open. Her overall record for the season currently stands at 35-12. She captured her maiden Major title in New York two years ago and lost in the fourth round last year as the defending champion. She has a 17-5 record at the tournament and has lost in the first round just once.

Tomljanovic isn't in great form either, having won only two of her last eight main draw matches. She's a former quarterfinalist at the US Open, reaching the last eight in 2022. She also beat Serena Williams in the final match of her career en route to the quarterfinals here.

Gauff has recently been dealing with some service woes, hitting plenty of double faults in every match. She hired a biomechanics expert a few days ago, the same one who fixed Sabalenka's serve when she was going through her yips in 2022.

Another poor service performance could prove to be detrimental for Gauff. However, Tomljanovic hasn't beaten a top 10 player since August 2022, thus giving the American some room to recover even if she isn't at her best.

Also Read: US Open 2025 Schedule, Fixture and Streaming Details

US Open 2025: Streaming Details

The match between Zverev and Tabilo can be seen with online streaming on bet365.

In the United States, the encounter can be seen on ESPN3, ESPN+. In Germany, the match is broadcasted by Eurosport. In Chile, the match is broadcasted by ESPN International.

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US Open Champion: Last 10 years list (Women)

Are you ready for the final Grand Slam of the season? With just a few days to go until the start of this year's tournament, let's have a look at the women's US Open champion list from the last 10 years.

Aug 15, 2025, 12:08 PM6 min read

US Open Champion: Last 10 years list (Women)

The US Open Championships is one of the oldest tennis championships in the world. It is also known as the U.S. National Championship. It is a hardcourt tennis tournament held annually in Queens, New York.

The tournament first started in 1987, which consisted of five primary championships: men's and women's singles, men's and women's doubles, and mixed doubles. The US Open has been chronologically the fourth and final Grand Slam tournament of the year. The other three are the Australian Open, French Open, and Wimbledon.

Aryna Sabalenka joined the list of women's US Open champion at the 2024 edition in the Open era with her victory over Jessica Pegula. She is the first Belarusian to get her hands on the US Open.

So, are you ready for the final Grand Slam of the season? With just a few days to go until the start of this year's tournament, let's have a look at the women's US Open champion list from the last 10 years.

Also Read: US Open 2025 Schedule, Fixture and Streaming Details

1. 2015 US Open Champion | Flavia Pennetta

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Italy's Flavia Pennetta beat fellow Italian, and her childhood friend, Roberta Vinci 7-6 (4), 6-2 for her first Grand Slam championship title. Pennetta was competing in her 49th major main draw, setting a new record for the most appearances in major main draws before reaching a final.

At age 34, Pennetta became the oldest first-time Grand Slam champion in the US Open. Shortly after her win, Pennetta announced she would retire from tennis.

2. 2016 US Open Champion | Angelique Kerber 

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German tennis player Angelique Kerber defeated Karolína Plíšková 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 to earn her second major singles title. Kerber, who won the Australian Open that same year, became the first player to win both hard-court majors in the same year since Martina Hingis in 1997.

Kerber also attained the world No. 1 ranking for the first time after Serena Williams failed to reach the final.

3. 2017 US Open Champion | Sloane Stephens

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At the 2017 US Open, unseeded Sloan Stephens prevailed over Madison Keys in the first all-American women's singles championship since the Williams sisters went head-to-head in 2002.

During just one hour of play, Stephens defeated Keys 6-3, 6-0. It was her first major title. Stephens also became the second unseeded woman in the Open Era to win the title after Kim Clijsters in 2009.

4. 2018 US Open Champion | Naomi Osaka

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In a breakout performance at the 2018 US Open, Naomi Osaka defeated Serena Williams 6-2, 6-4 to become Japan's first-ever tennis player to win a Grand Slam singles title. She lost only one set during the tournament, to Aryna Sabalenka in the fourth round.

Following the win, Osaka also made her top 10 rankings debut. If Williams won the title, she would have tied Margaret Court's all-time record of 24 Grand Slam singles titles.

Also Read: US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out– Youth vs Experience

5. 2019 US Open Champion | Bianca Andreescu

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Canadian tennis player Bianca Andreescu won her first Grand Slam trophy at the 2019 US Open. She defeated 23-time winner Serena Williams 6-3, 7-5. Andreescu became the first Canadian, as well as the first player born in the 2000s, to win a major singles title. 

In addition, Bianca was the youngest person since Svetlana Kuznetsova in 2004 to win a major singles title, and the first woman to win the US Open on her main draw debut.

Bianca also became the first Canadian to reach the semifinals in the tournament since Carling Bassett-Seguso in 1984 and she was also the first Canadian woman to reach the final in any major since Eugenie Bouchard in the 2014 Wimbledon Championships.

6. 2020 US Open Champion | Naomi Osaka

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Japan's Naomi Osaka won her second US Open singles title in just three years at the 2020 US Open, defeating Victoria Azarenka 1-6, 6-3, 6-3. Osaka also became the first woman since Arantxa Sánchez-Vicario in 1994 to win the US Open after dropping the first set. It was also her third major title overall.

Osaka became the first player from an Asian country (excluding Russia) to win three major singles titles, the first player since Jennifer Capriati to win three such titles in three attempts.

7. 2021 US Open Champion | Emma Raducanu

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It was a battle between teenage upstarts Emma Raducanu and Leylah Fernandez at the 2021 US Open. British qualifier Raducanu defeated Fernandez in the final, 6-4, 6-3, to win her first Grand Slam title. she became the first British woman to win a singles major since Virginia Wade at the 1977 Wimbledon Championships, and the second player to win the US Open on her debut after Bianca Andreescu in 2019. 

Aged 18, she also became the youngest major champion since Maria Sharapova at the 2004 Wimbledon Championships.  

8. 2022 US Open Champion | Iga Świątek 

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In the 2022 US Open women's final, Iga Świątek battled past Ons Jabeur 6-2, 7-6 (7-5) for her second Grand Slam win of the season. With this win, Swiatek became the first woman to win seven titles in one year since Serena Williams in 2014. The world No1 also matched a Serena Williams record by claiming her tenth straight finals victory.

Moreover, Świątek became the first Polish woman in the Open Era to reach the US Open quarterfinals, semifinals, and final. Świątek also became the youngest woman to win three majors since Maria Sharapova in 2008.

Also Read: US Open Champion: Last 10 years (Men)

9. 2023 US Open Champion | Coco Gauff

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Coco Gauff stopped Aryna Sabalenka's juggernaut in the US Open 2023 final to earn her maiden Grand Slam title. With this triumph, she emerged as the first American player to secure a US Open singles title since Sloane Stephens in 2017. Gauff also became the youngest American to win the US Open women's singles title since 17-year-old Serena Williams did it in 1999. 

Moreover, Gauff had become the youngest qualifier in Wimbledon history, making it to the fourth round during her Grand Slam debut in 2019. After a shattering loss during last year's French Open, Gauff has come back strongly to win the titles in Washington and Cincinnati. 

10. 2024 US Open Champion | Aryna Sabalenka

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Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus won US Open 2024 women's singles title. Sabalenka defeated America's Jessica Pegula in consecutive sets 7-5, 7-5 in the final. This is her first US Open title and third Grand Slam title. Earlier, she had won the Australian Open title in 2023 and 2024. Apart from this, Sabalenka has reached the semi-finals of Wimbledon in 2021 and 2023 and French Open in 2023. Her current ranking is number two.

Sabalenka also became the first Belarusian to get her hands on the US Open and the fifth woman to win the Australian Open and US Open in the same year, besides legendary players like Steffi Graf, Monica Seles, Angelique Kerber and Martina Hingis. 

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US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out– Youth vs Experience

So, before the start of the final Grand Slam of the year, let's have a look some of the star players, on whom everyone's eyes will be on.

Aug 2, 2025, 1:45 PM4 min read

US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out– Youth vs Experience

We’re gearing up for the final Grand Slam of the season as the world’s best tennis stars head to New York for the US Open 2025. The tournament is staged at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Centre in Flushing Meadows, the largest tennis complex in the world.

Boasting an impressive 33 courts, including the iconic Arthur Ashe Stadium, the world-class facility has been home to the US Open every year since 1978 and is located in the heart of New York City.

So, before the start of the final Grand Slam of the year, let's have a look some of the star players, on whom everyone's eyes will be on.

Also Read: Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out

Carlos Alcaraz

US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out– Youth vs Experience

Winning five trophies and nearly flawless performance in 48 of 54 games, Carlos Alcaraz has stunned in the 2025 season. However, on July 13 in London at Wimbledon, world number one Jannik Sinner defeated Alcaraz 4‑6, 6‑4, 6‑4, 6‑4 to win his first Wimbledon title and his fourth Grand Slam overall.

Now Alcaraz opted out of the Canadian Open in Toronto (July 27–Aug 7) to recover from minor muscle issues and focus on training for the US Open starting August 24. Alcaraz will even out their year-to-date tally and avenge his Wimbledon loss.

Jannik Sinner

US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out– Youth vs Experience

Jannik Sinner returned to action strongly this season. After a runner-up finish to Carlos Alcaraz at Roland Garros, he defeated the Spaniard to win his maiden Wimbledon title earlier this month. With a Grand Slam title under his belt and renewed momentum, Sinner will look to carry his form into the US hard-court season, where his previous best at the US Open was a quarterfinal finish in 2022. 

The return of Ferrara could provide the stability and familiarity Sinner needs as he aims to build on his breakthrough year. Sinner has also reappointed his former fitness coach, Umberto Ferrara, as quick as he begins preparations for the US Open.

Coco Gauff

US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out– Youth vs Experience

Coco Gauff achieved a career-defining moment at the 2023 US Open, winning her maiden Grand Slam singles title. As a 19-year-old American, she delighted the home crowd by defeating Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling three-set final (2-6, 6-3, 6-2). This victory marked her as the first American teenager since Serena Williams in 1999 to win the US Open singles crown, solidifying her status as a major force in women's tennis.

That is why, Gauff is a fan favorite with strong baseline play and mental toughness.

Emma Raducanu

US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out– Youth vs Experience

Emma Raducanu is a former Grand Slam champion, but she hasn’t had an easy ride of things over the last few years. In 2021, Raducanu shocked the world when she became the first qualifier to win a Grand Slam title at the US Open. Since then, the Briton has struggled to stay fit on the WTA Tour and has been widely criticized for her frequent coaching changes.

Things seemed to have clicked in 2025; however, as working alongside Mark Petchey, Raducanu has picked up several big wins. With the US Open less than a month away, Raducanu is on the verge of a major breakthrough, which could put her in contention to win her second Grand Slam title at Flushing Meadows.

Also Read: US Open 2025 Schedule, Fixture and Streaming Details

US open 2025: Experienced Campaigners

Novak Djokovic

US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out– Youth vs Experience

This is where the rankings diverge from methodology, as Novak Djokovic is ranked below three much-younger players but still, in my view, has a better chance in five-set matches. Djokovic got annihilated by Sinner in the Wimbledon Semifinal, and it looks more and more like the GOAT doesn’t have a prayer against men’s tennis’ new royalty. 

But I’d still probably pick him against any of the other 62 players in the tournament, a testament to how much his game has endured his older age.

Daniil Medvedev

US Open 2025: Stars to Watch Out– Youth vs Experience

This is the guy that beat Djokovic in the 2021 US Open Final when he was going for the calendar Grand Slam, and he’s just been unable to hack it this year. I don’t know what happened, but there’s no way it can stay this bad.

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Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

Let's have a look at the highest-paid women athletes of the 2024-25 period and how much do they make in a year including prize money, endorsements and net worth.

Aug 2, 2025, 12:21 PM5 min read

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

Sports stands as one of the highest-paid professions globally because of vast financial rewards and entertainment value. A lot of people think athletes make their money only from winning games or medals. But in 2025 some female sports stars are also making a whopping amount of money off the field. They have made good business decisions, signed big sponsorship contracts, and started their own businesses.

Let's have a look at the highest-paid women athletes of the 2024-25 period and how much do they make in a year including prize money, endorsements and net worth.

Also Read: Best 10 Women's Footballers in the World Right Now

Highest-paid women athletes [2025]

10. Simon Biles (Gymnastics) | $11.2m

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

In 2025, Simone Biles will be acknowledged not just as a gymnast but more extensively as a business profile. Following her transition back to competition in 2023 she worked with brands including: Athleta, Visa, and Uber Eats.

As referenced by Forbes, Simone Biles' net worth is $11.2 million. She also earns from public speaking and campaigns for social causes.

9. Venus Williams (Tennis) | $12.1m

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

Tennis icon Venus Williams brought in $12.1 million, mostly from off-court ventures like her fashion line and brand deals, proof of her lasting influence in and outside of sports.

Her off-court earnings are equally impressive. With endorsement deals from Nike, Wilson, and Gatorade, Venus earned an estimated $6 million annually at the height of her influence. A $5 million multi-year deal with Porsche in 2018 underscored her brand power.

8. Nelly Korda (Golf) | $12.5m

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

Nelly Korda's net worth is $10 million in 2025, as reported by Celebrity Net Worth. In 2024, Forbes also recognized her as one of the highest-paid women golfers.

In 2024, Nelly Korda earned approximately $12.5 million, as reported by Forbes. She was recognized as one of the highest-paid women golfers, listed at #8 by Forbes, with her on-field earnings totaling $4.5 million and off-field endorsements bringing in $8 million.

6. Emma Raducanu (Tennis) | $12.9m

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

Emma Raducanu and Naomi Osaka are tied for sixth place on Forbes' highest-paid female athletes for 2025 list after both apparently earned the same amount of money this year ($12.9m).

The British tennis star pocketed a total of $12.9 million this year. While just $900k came from tennis, the 22-year-old's lucrative sponsorship and endorsement deals landed her additional $12 million. 

6. Naomi Osaka (Tennis) | $12.9m

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

Naomi Osaka reportedly has an estimated net worth of $12.9 million, as of January 2025.

Her main sources of earning are her tennis career, off-court businesses as well as the endorsements that she has signed over time. As of the beginning of the 2025 season, Osaka has earned over $22 million via prize money.

5. Aryna Sabalenka (Tennis) | $18.7m

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

According to Forbes, Aryna Sabalenka has a net worth of $18.7 million as of March 2025.

As per the official website of the WTA, Sabalenka has won $32,163,253 in prize money. Her main sources of earnings are her tennis career and the endorsement deals she has signed over the years.

4. Zheng Qinwen (Tennis) | $20.6m

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

Tennis star Zheng Qinwen earned $20.6 million, with $15 million coming from partnerships with Audi, Lancôme, and Vivo. She's one of the fastest-rising athletes out of China and is already drawing comparisons to Li Na.

3. Eileen Gu (Skiing) | $22.1m

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

Eileen Gu, a two-gold medalist at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, is one of the highest-paid women athletes as of 2025. Eileen has many sponsorship contracts with companies like Red Bull, Anta and Tiffany & Co, more than 20 brand deals in total.

In 2024, Eileen Gu earned more than $30 million, not accounting for her previous earnings or expenses. Internationally, Eileen is a Chinese-American athlete. Her individual story and fan base in both countries made her an impactful name in global sport and fashion.

2. Iga Świątek (Tennis) | $23.8m

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

Iga Swiatek, the reigning women's World No. 3, has created a strong brand both on and off the court, and her total estimated wealth in 2025 will be close to a whopping $23.8 million.

She has won several Grand Slam titles, Wimbledon 2025 being the latest. She signed major deals with brands such as Asics, Rolex, and Tecnifibre and has established a good reputation for success in professional tennis and for her reserved internal personality, giving her serious appeal in sport and business.

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

1. Coco Gauff (Tennis) | $34.4m

Women in Sports: Highest-paid women athletes in the world [2025]

In 2025, 20-year-old Coco Gauff is one of the highest-paid women in sports. As reported by Tennis.com, she made $34.4 million in 2024. Out of that, $9.4 million came from tennis prize money.

The rest over $25 million came from brand deals with companies like New Balance, Head, and American Eagle. Her fast rise and global popularity have made her a favorite for big sponsors.

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