The WTA Finals, often regarded as the crown jewel of women’s tennis tournaments, features the top eight singles players of the season in a competitive showdown for the title.
Since its inaugural event in 1972, this elite tournament has showcased some of the greatest players in tennis history, with winners embodying the ultimate blend of skill, endurance, and mental toughness.
Over the years, the WTA Finals has grown in prestige, and lifting the trophy has become one of the most sought-after achievements in women’s tennis.
Every player that has won this tournament
Martina Navratilova stands out with an impressive eight titles, the most in WTA Finals history. Her victories span a remarkable career, with her first title in 1978 and her final win in 1986, demonstrating her dominance over nearly a decade.
Serena Williams, a modern icon of the sport, boasts five titles (2001, 2009, 2012, 2013, and 2014), showcasing her sustained excellence across various stages of her career. Similarly, Steffi Graf captured five titles, solidifying her reputation as one of the sport’s all-time greats.
Below is a list of players who have won the WTA Finals singles title, along with the years they secured their victories:
- Martina Navratilova: 8 titles (1978, 1979, 1981, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986 [March], 1986 [November])
- Serena Williams: 5 titles (2001, 2009, 2012, 2013, 2014)
- Steffi Graf: 5 titles (1987, 1989, 1993, 1995, 1996)
- Chris Evert: 4 titles (1972, 1973, 1975, 1977)
- Kim Clijsters: 3 titles (2002, 2003, 2010)
- Monica Seles: 3 titles (1990, 1991, 1992)
- Evonne Goolagong Cawley: 2 titles (1974, 1976)
- Justine Henin: 2 titles (2006, 2007)
- Martina Hingis: 2 titles (1998, 2000)
- Gabriela Sabatini: 2 titles (1988, 1994)
- Tracy Austin: 1 title (1980)
- Ashleigh Barty: 1 title (2019)
- Dominika Cibulkova: 1 title (2016)
- Lindsay Davenport: 1 title (1999)
- Caroline Garcia: 1 title (2022)
- Sylvia Hanika: 1 title (1982)
- Petra Kvitova: 1 title (2011)
- Amelie Mauresmo: 1 title (2005)
- Garbine Muguruza: 1 title (2021)
- Jana Novotna: 1 title (1997)
- Agnieszka Radwanska: 1 title (2015)
- Maria Sharapova: 1 title (2004)
- Elina Svitolina: 1 title (2018)
- Iga Swiatek: 1 title (2023)
- Venus Williams: 1 title (2008)
- Caroline Wozniacki: 1 title (2017)
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