Serena Williams, an American former professional tennis icon, is celebrated as one of the sport’s all-time greats. With an extraordinary record, she held the world No. 1 ranking for 319 weeks, including 186 consecutive weeks, and secured the year-end No. 1 position five times. Williams won 23 Grand Slam singles titles, the most in the Open Era, and achieved a rare Career Golden Slam in both singles and doubles. Known for her powerful serve and relentless drive, she revolutionized women’s tennis, inspiring countless players worldwide. Her legacy extends beyond titles, embodying resilience, athleticism, and cultural impact.
Full Name: Serena Jameka Williams
Date of Birth: September 26, 1981
Nationality: American
Career High Ranking: World No. 1 (singles) for 319 weeks
Grand Slam Titles: 23 singles titles (most in the Open Era)
Olympic Gold Medals: 4 (in singles and doubles)
Siblings: Older sister Venus Williams, also a tennis champion
Turned Professional: 1995
Retirement: Announced her retirement from tennis in 2022
Off-Court Ventures: Businesswoman, fashion designer, philanthropist, and investor
| Rank | Player | Matches (W-L) | Titles | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aryna Sabalenka | 71 | 4 | $9,122,838 |
| 2 | Iga Swiatek | 68 | 4 | $9,122,838 |
| 3 | Coco Gauff | 71 | 5 | $7,318,906 |
| 4 | Jasmine Paolini | 60 | 1 | $1,750,000 |
| 5 | Qinwen Zheng | 68 | 2 | $5,275,000 |
| 6 | Elena Rybakina | 53 | 2 | $6,543,210 |
| 7 | Jessica Pegula | 53 | 3 | $8,120,000 |
| 8 | Emma Navarro | 67 | 1 | $1,950,000 |
| 9 | Daria Kasatkina | 63 | 0 | $1,342,000 |
| 10 | Barbora Krejcikova | 37 | 1 | $2,210,000 |
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