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Maria Sakkari (Greek: Μαρία Σάκκαρη, pronounced [maˈri.a ˈsakari]; born 25 July 1995) is a Greek professional tennis player. She has been ranked as high as world No. 3 by the WTA, which she first achieved on 21 March 2022, making her the highest-ranked Greek player, tied with Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Dive into Maria Sakkari’s journey as she shares her excitement for Paris 2024, the profound impact of her family’s support and her heartfelt connection to TATOΪ Club. Get inspired by her advice for young athletes and her passion for representing Greece on the world stage.
Climbed as high as No.3 in the rankings (March 21, 2022), the highest ranking every achieved by a Greek woman. Historic 2021 season was highlighted by her becoming first Greek woman to break into the Top 10 (at No.10, September 27) as well as the first from her country to qualify for the WTA Finals.
May 21, 2024 · A former Roland-Garros and US Open semi-finalist, Sakkari hasn’t made it to the second week in any of her past eight Grand Slam appearances. She feels different though heading into Paris, happy with her level while not placing too much emphasis on wins and losses.
Sep 24, 2023 · Maria Sakkari made a long-awaited return to the WTA winner's circle on Saturday night at the Guadalajara Open AKRON. The Greek star captured the first WTA 1000 title of her career, just her...
Aug 26, 2024 · Maria Sakkari, one of the most determined and fierce competitors on the women’s circuit, made history in a way no athlete ever wishes to: becoming the first woman to retire mid-match at the US...
WTA World Ranking: #9. Get the latest news, stats, videos, and more about tennis player Maria Sakkari on ESPN.com.
Mar 30, 2021 · After months of work to improve her serve and continue her evolution into a more aggressive-minded player, Sakkari, 25, powered through a tough draw, defeating Coco Gauff, Garbiñe Muguruza, and Sofia Kenin to advance to the semifinal.
Sep 25, 2023 · The camera zoomed in on a tearful Maria Sakkari, crouched down on centre court in Guadalajara, her head leaning on the butt cap of her racquet, as she let emotions take over and the moment sink in.
Nov 5, 2021 · It was just a matter of time before Maria Sakkari would break through. The 26-year-old spent her 2021 campaign rewriting the history books of Greek tennis after becoming the first woman from her country to reach a major semifinal, make a Top 10 debut and qualify for the Akron WTA Finals Guadalajara.
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