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The Mainichi
13-07-2025
- Sport
- The Mainichi
Tennis: Kamiji loses to Wang in Wimbledon wheelchair final
LONDON (Kyodo) -- Japanese wheelchair tennis player Yui Kamiji fell short in her bid to complete a career Golden Slam, losing to China's Wang Ziying in the Wimbledon final on Saturday. Fourth-seeded Wang defeated top-seeded Kamiji 6-3, 6-3 in 1 hour, 38 minutes for her second victory in their 10 career meetings. Kamiji, who has won the other three Grand Slam titles and a gold medal at the Paralympics, could hold her serve only twice in the first set.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Ultimate Fan Ranking: 10 Greatest Female Tennis Players in History
Image via Instagram Tennis fans love their champions larger than life—powerful serves, personality, and that magic moment on court or camera. Over generations, certain female athletes have transcended racquets to become cultural icons: from the trailblazing activists of the '70s to the powerhouse personalities of today's social-media era. Our fan-fueled ranking considers not just trophies but global fame—who sold the most merch, filled stadiums, lit up broadcasts, and became inescapable household names. This isn't a stats-only countdown; it's a popularity parade where charisma counts as much as championships. Ready to meet the ten women whose fame stretched beyond borders, sparked debates, memes, and fanclubs worldwide? Let's smash into it—quirky intros, juicy details, all the flair. 1. Serena Williams Image via Saltzburger Nachrichten No surprise: Serena Williams sits at the top as arguably the most popular female athlete ever. With 23 Grand Slam singles titles, 319 weeks at world No. 1 and a personality that sparked intense media attention, she became an unstoppable force on and off court . Memorable for that 128 mph ace at the 2013 Aussie Open, countless fashion statements, and championing equality, Serena embodied power, drama, and style. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3BHK Transformation Possible for ₹4.5 Lakh? HomeLane Get Quote Undo 2. Steffi Graf Image via CNN German phenom Steffi Graf revolutionized tennis: 22 Majors, a flawless Golden Slam in 1988, and a record 377 weeks at No. 1—plus a fanbase so devoted they still remember lines on clay and grass . Graf's effortless forehand and cool demeanor made her a global household name—even non‑tennis fans knew her, and some ex‑bodyguards say she still fills stadiums even now. 3. Martina Navratilova Image via Saltzburger Nachrichten Trailblazer Martina Navratilova dazzled with 18 singles Slams, 167 titles, and supersonic serve‑and‑volley—plus 31 doubles Slams and 332 weeks at No. 1 . Her athleticism and outspoken style made her beloved on‑court and off. She stormed into every arena she entered—fans adored both her volleys and her voice. 4. Venus Williams Image via People Magazine Even in her sister's shadow, Venus Williams carved her niche: Seven Grand Slams, 270 major match wins, fierce advocacy for equal pay—and a personality that blended elegance with grit . She's a hero not just for tennis, but for justice—asking Wimbledon, 'Would you want your daughter paid less?' was vintage Venus. 5. Chris Evert Image via CNN Calm, cool & ice‑cold: Chris Evert, the 'Ice Maiden', logged 18 Majors and a jaw‑dropping 89.97 % win rate, including a 94.55 % record on clay . Her 34 Slam finals and seven years as year‑end No. 1 cemented her place in fans' hearts as the queen of consistency. 6. Monica Seles Image via Before her tragic on‑court stabbing in 1993, Monica Seles blasted through slams—nine by age 20—totalling 53 titles and 178 weeks at No. 1 . Fans still wonder: what if? That 'what‑if' aura plus her aggressive dual‑handed style keeps her legacy alive and beloved. 7. Maria Sharapova Image via Sky Sports Teen prodigy Maria Sharapova exploded onto the scene in 2004, upset Serena to win Wimbledon at 17, and racked up five majors . Beyond court, she became a global brand—luxury endorsements, dramatic grunts, and a flair for selfies fueled her massive popularity. 8. Billie Jean King Image via New York Historical Champion, activist, citizen hero: Billie Jean King won 39 Grand Slam titles and literally changed the game—she founded the WTA, won "Battle of the Sexes," and fought for equality . Her charisma and courage earned her lasting admiration from fans worldwide. 9. Naomi Osaka Image via Eurosport Fresh, outspoken and globally adored, Naomi Osaka made history as the first Asian world No. 1, a four‑time Major champion and social‑justice activist . She connects with Gen‑Z on mental health and social media, a megastar in the making with a rapidly growing fanbase. 10. Justine Henin Image via Laureus Quintessential clay‑court sorceress Justine Henin may not top ranking charts, but fans remember her steely one‑handed backhand and emotional grit . With seven Majors, she remains a beloved icon, especially in Belgium and among technique-lovers worldwide. From Serena's power to Osaka's social impact, these ten women didn't just dominate courts—they captured hearts. Their fame combines titles, outspokenness, activism, and viral moments that made sports history. Whether smashing records or breaking cultural barriers, each player earned a unique place in fans' minds worldwide. And while Grand Slams glitter, it's that spark—unpredictability, personality, purpose—that keeps these women at the top of popularity polls. Here's to their legends, and here's hoping the next generation gives fans another set of idols to cheer, meme, and salute. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
CNA
17-06-2025
- Sport
- CNA
Olympic gold in LA is Djokovic's new obsession
Novak Djokovic says that defending his Olympic title at LA 2028 - when he would be 41 years old - has become his primary motivation to continue competing, marking a significant shift in priorities for the 24-times Grand Slam champion. "The only thing that at this moment, professionally speaking, I have in my vision is the Olympics of 2028 in Los Angeles," Djokovic told former Croatia football international and manager Slaven Bilic in an interview published on "And playing for the national team and Grand Slams... but not even the Grand Slams, not as much as the Olympics." The 38-year-old Serbian's Paris 2024 victory over Carlos Alcaraz in the final completed his collection of every major accolade in tennis, including all four Grand Slam titles, the Davis Cup, ATP Finals and every Masters event - a career "Golden Slam" that had eluded him until that point. If successful in Los Angeles, Djokovic - currently ranked fifth in the world - would join Britain's Andy Murray as the only players to defend an Olympic singles title.
CNBC
05-06-2025
- Sport
- CNBC
Serena Williams says winning the Australian Open while pregnant was her most important career moment: 'I don't know how I did that'
BERLIN — It was an impressive enough sporting feat when Serena Williams won a record 23rd Grand Slam singles title at the 2017 Australian Open, beating her sister Venus in the final. Soon after came a revelation: she had been pregnant at the time. "I don't know how I did that, honestly," Williams said at an event Wednesday, selecting the moment as the most important of her tennis career. It's been quite the career — after winning her first Grand Slam at the U.S. Open in 1999, Williams went on to become the only player to have achieved the "Golden Slam" — winning the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon and US Open and getting an Olympic gold medal — in both singles and doubles tennis. "I don't know what I was doing then, I was nine weeks pregnant ... I do remember not being able to run for a long time," Williams said at the SuperReturn private equity conference in Berlin. "I didn't tell anyone. I mean, Venus knew, and I still feel really bad about that, because a deep part of me feels like because we played each other in the final, I'm like, she must have known, and she must have felt some sort of deep heaviness to go even further and go all out. But she was only one of two people that knew." Early pregnancy symptoms can be intense as the body undergoes a huge transformation, with a surge in hormones often leading to fatigue, breathlessness and nausea. "I remember saying, I have to do a lot of aces, I have to do a lot of winners," Williams continued, referring to a point scored directly from a serve. "I can only play, like, four balls and I'm done." "I remember one time playing a long point against one player, and I couldn't breathe. And I'm like, How does she not see that I'm not able to breathe right now, and so I just intentionally lost the next point just to kind of try and get my energy back. But then I was like: Why am I playing this far pregnant? This is nuts." Williams, who has two daughters with investor and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, stepped back from professional tennis in 2022 to focus on her family. Sports stars such as cyclist Laura Kenny have spoken in recent years about the challenges of balancing an intense and physically demanding career with a desire to get pregnant, while tennis player Naomi Osaka has criticized public commentary that one must be sacrificed for the other. Williams now runs venture capital fund Serena Ventures, which has 40 portfolio companies. She told the packed audience of private equity professionals that the qualities that made her obsessed with winning in sports translated to a single-minded focus as an investor. "I do remember at one point, walking on the court at Wimbledon, and my partner at the time called me about a deal that we were trying to close," she recalled. "I was on Court One that day, and it's a really long walk. And I remember talking to her on the phone, and in the conversation, she's like ... How's your day going? I'm like: Well, I'm walking on the court right now. And she's just like: Are you kidding me? You have to get off the phone. I'm like, okay, it's fine. It's a long walk. I've done it before. So that's how intense, how intentional I am," Williams said. She noted that she looks for founders who are obsessive about being the best at what they do and changing the lives of people they want to impact. Her earliest investment was in the American football team Miami Dolphins in 2009, when she was the world's top-ranked female player. "We got so many bad articles about why we shouldn't be doing this. We need to just focus on tennis, and we need to not think about this," she said of the reaction from the media and sporting world at the time. "Now as an athlete, we're at the point where if you're only doing basketball or if you're only doing football, if you're only doing tennis, it's like, well, what else are you doing? So we gave people that platform to be like, it's okay. You can also be an entrepreneur, and you can do sport. You don't have to just stay in one lane, you know, and just do one thing."
Scotsman
28-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Who is the wealthiest tennis player 2025: Here are the 18 richest tennis stars in the world
2 . Serena Williams - $300 million In second place, with a fortune of around $300 million, is American Serena Williams. The greatest female player of all time, she won 23 major tournaments and is the only player in history to complete a career Golden Slam (winning all four majors and the Olympic gold medal) in both singles and doubles. | Getty Images
