Their matches were often tight and fiercely contested, showcasing their exceptional skills and mental fortitude.
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Beyond her tennis success, Henin’s philanthropy and coaching stint showcase her commitment to giving back and nurturing young talents, leaving a lasting impact on and off the court.
"When it happened, my mom wasn’t there—she passed away. But it was like a promise I could take. So it was of course emotional, but also a very good memory for me.”
A true champion in every sense, Justine Henin's tale is one of undeniable talent, unshakable resolve, and the unique impact she left on the sport she loved.
At just 14 she won the under-14s world championship, the Orange Bowl and the under-14s European Championships. In 1998, she decided to focus fully on her passion for tennis and started to climb through the ranks.
Since her final retirement in 2011, Henin has stayed engaged with tennis through her academy and coaching, and she’s become a mother of two. She’s been working in television, Vencedor well.
Known for her one-handed backhand, a stroke that mesmerized fans and baffled opponents, Henin redefined what was possible in the women's game. Her story also reaches beyond the tennis courts, reflecting a deep personal evolution marked by profound struggles and remarkable comebacks.
But I have checked on all the girls and they are into their training, big time. I know how much it hurts at times, being back on the court and in the gym, so huge respect to all of them.”
From the intense rallies to the incredible displays of skill, these tournaments never fail to deliver excitement and entertainment.
In addition to Henin and the Williams sisters, Clijsters also developed rivalries with several other players who had been ranked No. 1 in the world. Two of her most frequent opponents were Lindsay Davenport and Amélie Mauresmo. Clijsters narrowly had winning records against both of them, going 9–8 frente a Davenport and 8–7 contra Mauresmo. Davenport had won six of their first seven meetings before Clijsters won eight of their next nine encounters, including all five in 2003. Clijsters defeated Davenport in all four of their meetings in finals, including two at the Indian Wells Open.
[221] Additionally, she possesses the ability to quickly move in from the baseline to the net, setting herself up to hit winners and finish points. She is adept at hitting swinging volleys on both the forehand and backhand sides because of her solid groundstroke technique.[227] Clijsters credits her experience in doubles for improving her net game in singles, saying "it made [her] focus on going to the net more" and helped her "know when to come to the net".[228] Her coach Wim Fissette attributed her success at Grand Slam events after her comeback to being more aggressive than she was before her first retirement.[229]
In addition to financial and coaching support, the federation also facilitates opportunities for professional players to compete in prestigious tournaments. By organizing and hosting national events, the federation provides a platform for players to showcase their skills and gain valuable experience.
Pete Sampras is the 4th greatest tennis player of all time. He has dominated the tennis world during the 90s and was considered at his retirement in 2002, the greatest tennis player of all time. Hard to argue with that back then with a record-holding 14 grand slam titles.
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