Tennis Records

The greatest achievements and milestones in tennis history

Tennis championship trophy
24 Grand Slam titles β€” the men's all-time record held by Novak Djokovic

πŸ† Grand Slam Records

#1

Most Grand Slam Titles (Men's Singles)

Australian Open (10), Roland Garros (3), Wimbledon (7), US Open (4)

24
#2

Most Grand Slam Titles (Women's Singles)

Margaret Court

Australian Open (11), Roland Garros (5), Wimbledon (3), US Open (5)

24
#3

Most Grand Slam Titles (Open Era, Women's)

Serena Williams

Australian Open (7), Roland Garros (3), Wimbledon (7), US Open (6)

23
#4

Most Consecutive Grand Slam Titles

2015-16: Wimbledon, US Open, Australian Open, Roland Garros

4
#5

Youngest Grand Slam Champion (Men's)

Michael Chang

1989 Roland Garros

17y 3m
#6

Youngest Grand Slam Champion (Women's)

Martina Hingis

1997 Australian Open

16y 3m
The All England Club β€” where history is made
The All England Club β€” where history is made

πŸ“Š Ranking Records

#1

Most Weeks at No. 1 (Men's)

Surpassed Roger Federer's 310 weeks in March 2023

428
#2

Most Weeks at No. 1 (Women's)

Steffi Graf

Held the record since 1997

377
#3

Youngest No. 1 (Men's)

September 12, 2022 after winning US Open

19y 4m
#4

Youngest No. 1 (Women's)

Martina Hingis

March 31, 1997

16y 6m
#5

Most Year-End No. 1 (Men's)

2011, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2023

8
#6

Most Year-End No. 1 (Women's)

Steffi Graf

1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1993, 1995, 1996

8
The path to No. 1 starts here
The path to No. 1 starts here

⚑ Match & Serve Records

#1

Fastest Serve Ever Recorded

Sam Groth

2012 Busan Challenger (not ATP-recognized)

263.4 km/h
#2

Fastest Serve (ATP Recognized)

John Isner

2016 Davis Cup

253.0 km/h
#3

Longest Match in History

Isner vs. Mahut

2010 Wimbledon, final score 70-68 in 5th set

11h 5m
#4

Most Career Titles (Men's Open Era)

Surpassed Jimmy Connors' 109 is the all-time target

99
#5

Most Career Titles (Women's Open Era)

Martina Navratilova

Including 59 Grand Slam titles (singles + doubles)

167
#6

Most Career Prize Money (Men's)

First player to earn over $180 million in prize money

$185M+
Roland Garros β€” the ultimate test of endurance
Roland Garros β€” the ultimate test of endurance

🎾 Surface Records

#1

Most Roland Garros Titles (Men's)

Rafael Nadal

Won between 2005-2022, lost only 4 matches total

14
#2

Most Wimbledon Titles (Men's)

Roger Federer

Won between 2003-2017, including 5 consecutive (2003-07)

8
#3

Most Australian Open Titles (Men's)

2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2023

10
#4

Most US Open Titles (Open Era, Men's)

Jimmy Connors / Pete Sampras / Roger Federer

Tied record among three legends

5
#5

Longest Winning Streak on Clay

Rafael Nadal

April 2005 to May 2007

81 matches
#6

Longest Winning Streak on Grass

Roger Federer

2003 to 2008

65 matches

πŸ‘‘ Career Titles Leaderboard

ATP β€” Most Career Titles

# Player Titles GS W-L
1 Roger Federer SUI Roger Federer 103 20 1250-260
2 Sebastian Ofner AUT Sebastian Ofner 50 0 50-66
3 Hugo Gaston FRA Hugo Gaston 48 0 48-74
4 Quentin Halys FRA Quentin Halys 47 0 47-86
5 Elias Ymer SWE Elias Ymer 47 0 47-83
6 Andy Murray GBR Andy Murray 46 3 748-269
7 Kamil Majchrzak POL Kamil Majchrzak 46 0 46-55
8 Hugo Dellien BOL Hugo Dellien 42 0 42-72
9 Gabriel Diallo CAN Gabriel Diallo 40 0 40-39
10 Hamad Medjedovic SRB Hamad Medjedovic 38 0 38-34

WTA β€” Most Career Titles

# Player Titles GS W-L
1 Serena Williams USA Serena Williams 68 22 783-152
2 Fiona Crawley USA Fiona Crawley 49 0 49-26
3 Mary Stoiana USA Mary Stoiana 45 0 45-26
4 Emerson Jones AUS Emerson Jones 44 0 44-28
5 Justine Henin BEL Justine Henin 42 7 450-98
6 Venus Williams USA Venus Williams 40 7 666-238
7 Kim Clijsters BEL Kim Clijsters 40 4 471-124
8 CZE Laura Samson 38 0 38-21
9 Maria Sharapova RUS Maria Sharapova 36 5 608-176
10 Lilli Tagger AUT Lilli Tagger 36 0 36-24

πŸ† Grand Slam Titles β€” All-Time Leaders

# Player Tour Grand Slams Total Titles W-L
1 SRB Novak Djokovic ATP 24 1163-233
2 USA Serena Williams WTA 22 68 783-152
3 ESP Rafael Nadal ATP 22 1080-228
4 SUI Roger Federer ATP 20 103 1250-260
5 BEL Justine Henin WTA 7 42 450-98
6 USA Venus Williams WTA 7 40 666-238
7 POL Iga Swiatek WTA 5 368-83
8 RUS Maria Sharapova WTA 5 36 608-176
9 BEL Kim Clijsters WTA 4 40 471-124
10 JPN Naomi Osaka WTA 4 301-171

πŸ“ˆ Highest Career Win Percentage (200+ matches)

# Player Tour Win % W-L Titles
1 USA Serena Williams WTA 83.7% 783-152 68
2 SRB Novak Djokovic ATP 83.3% 1163-233
3 SUI Roger Federer ATP 82.8% 1250-260 103
4 ESP Rafael Nadal ATP 82.6% 1080-228
5 RUS Maria Sharapova WTA 77.6% 608-176 36
6 USA Andy Roddick ATP 74.0% 612-215 32
7 USA Venus Williams WTA 73.7% 666-238 40
8 GBR Andy Murray ATP 73.5% 748-269 46
9 AUS Lleyton Hewitt ATP 70.7% 565-234 29
10 BLR Victoria Azarenka WTA 70.3% 633-267

πŸ“– Deep Dive Articles

Most Bagels (6-0 Sets) in Grand Slam History

In the world of tennis, a "bagel" is the term used to describe a 6-0 set, a score that signifies total dominance. While all sets are hard-fought battles, a bagel often reflects a mismatch between oppo...

Longest Winning Streaks on Each Surface

Tennis is a game of precision, power, and endurance, but it’s also about the surface on which it’s played. Each surfaceβ€”clay, grass, and hard courtβ€”has its own unique characteristics that influence pl...

Most Tennis Titles Won in a Single Year

In the world of tennis, every year unfolds a drama of skill, tenacity, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Some players, however, have managed to etch their names in history with remarkable achi...

Most Prize Money Won in a Single Tournament

In the world of professional tennis, prize money has grown astronomically over the decades, turning what was once a modest profession into a lucrative career for elite players. With the rise in popula...

Tennis Players With Most Comebacks From 2 Sets Down

In the world of tennis, few moments are as thrilling as witnessing a player claw their way back from the brink of defeat. The dramatic tension of a comeback from two sets down adds a layer of exciteme...

Most Consecutive Grand Slam Finals

In the world of tennis, the Grand Slam tournaments are the ultimate battleground where legends are born and records are shattered. Among the most impressive feats in the sport’s storied history is the...

Most Double Faults in Tennis History

In the world of tennis, precision and control are often celebrated, but let's not forget the occasional mishaps that can swing a match. Double faults, the bane of every server's existence, have been a...

Fastest Tennis Serves Ever Recorded

Tennis, often dubbed the sport of precision and finesse, has seen astonishing evolution over the years, especially when it comes to the serve. While players have always aimed to deliver powerful serve...

Most Aces in Tennis History

In the world of tennis, the ace is a moment of pure exhilaration, where the ball sails past the opponent before they even have a chance to react. Aces are not just impressive shots; they can turn the...

Oldest Grand Slam Champions

Tennis is often seen as a young person's game, where the physical demands and mental acuity required can make it difficult for players to maintain peak performance as they age. Yet, history has shown...

Youngest Grand Slam Champions Ever

The allure of young prodigies in tennis has captivated fans for decades, with a select few managing to etch their names in history as the youngest Grand Slam champions. From the astonishing talents of...

Longest Tennis Matches in History

Tennis, a game often defined by its elegance and precision, has also become a stage for extraordinary displays of endurance. While we typically think of matches lasting a couple of hours, some battles...