Who is the #1 WTA Tennis Player in the World?
The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) rankings are based on a 52-week, cumulative system that takes into account the players’ performances in singles, doubles and mixed doubles. As of April 2021, the #1 WTA Tennis Player in the world is Ashleigh Barty.
Overview of Ashleigh Barty
Ashleigh Barty, an Australian professional tennis player, was born on 24 April 1996 in Ipswich, Queensland. She began playing tennis at age four and in 2011, she won the Queensland and Australian Open Junior titles.
Barty had a successful start to her career in 2013, winning her first WTA singles title at the Malaysian Open and making it to the fourth round at the Australian Open, which was her first appearance in the main draw of a Grand Slam singles tournament.
In 2019, Barty won her first Grand Slam singles title at the French Open and also won her first WTA Finals singles title, becoming the second Australian woman after Evonne Goolagong Cawley to do so.
Achievements and Accolades
Barty has achieved numerous accolades during her career. Some of her achievements include:
- World #1: Barty achieved the #1 ranking in the WTA singles rankings on 24 June 2019, becoming the first Australian woman to do so since Goolagong in 1976.
- Grand Slam Titles: Barty has won two Grand Slam singles titles, at the 2019 French Open and 2020 US Open.
- WTA Finals: Barty won the WTA Finals singles title in 2019.
- Awards: Barty was named the WTA Player of the Year in 2019 and was named the ITF World Champion in 2020.
- Doubles: Barty has won two Grand Slam doubles titles, at the 2018 US Open and 2019 Wimbledon.
Ranking Points
Barty has earned a total of 11,115 ranking points since the start of her professional career. She currently holds the top spot in the WTA rankings with 8,572 ranking points.
The points are divided into two categories: tournament points (earned from winning tournaments) and ranking points (earned from performing well in tournaments). The points are assigned according to the size of the tournament and the round in which the player exits.
Career Earnings
Barty has earned a total of $18,851,741 in prize money during her professional career. She is the highest-earning female tennis player in the world, having earned more than $10 million since 2018.
Style of Play
Barty is known for her aggressive baseline play, which includes a powerful serve and a strong backhand. She is also known for her ability to hit accurate shots from the back of the court.
Barty is also known for her tactical astuteness, which has helped her to become one of the best tennis players in the world. Her tactical play is often described as “thinking tennis”, as she is able to anticipate her opponents’ shots and adjust her strategies accordingly.
Media Presence
Barty is one of the most popular WTA players in the world. She has a large following on social media, with more than 1 million followers on Instagram. She often shares her experiences and achievements on the platform, which has helped her to build her brand and garner more support from her fans.
Barty is also featured in several major media outlets, including ESPN and the BBC. She is often featured in interviews, articles and documentaries about her career, showcasing her accomplishments and inspiring other female athletes.
Endorsements
Barty has gained several lucrative endorsement deals throughout her career. She is sponsored by Nike, Rolex, Red Bull, Kia Motors and Yonex, as well as several other brands. These deals have enabled her to further her career and reach a wider audience.
Impact on Tennis
Barty has had a profound impact on the sport of tennis. She has inspired a new generation of female tennis players and has helped to make the sport more popular in Australia.
Barty is also an advocate for gender equality and has been vocal about the need for equal prize money in professional tennis. She has also spoken out against racism and other forms of discrimination in the sport.
Conclusion
Ashleigh Barty is indisputably the #1 WTA Tennis Player in the world. She has achieved numerous accolades during her career, including two Grand Slam singles titles and the #1 ranking in the WTA rankings. She is also one of the most recognizable and popular tennis players in the world, with a large social media following and several lucrative endorsement deals.
Barty has also had a profound impact on the sport of tennis, inspiring a new generation of female tennis players and advocating for gender equality in the sport. Her success and impact will serve as an inspiration for years to come.