About
Martina Hingis is a retired Swiss professional tennis player who achieved the world No. 1 ranking in both singles and doubles. She is celebrated for her tactical intelligence, exceptional court coverage, and doubles prowess. Hingis won multiple Grand Slam titles in singles, women's doubles, and mixed doubles, demonstrating her versatility and dominance across different formats. She won 43 WTA Tour-level singles titles and 64 doubles titles. In addition, she won the season-ending Tour Finals two times in singles and three in doubles, an Olympic silver medal in doubles, and a record 17 Tier I singles titles.
Career Timeline
Youngest World No. 1
Became the youngest ever world No. 1 in singles at age 16, winning three Grand Slam titles in one year (Australian Open, Wimbledon, US Open). Her tactical brilliance and court awareness revolutionized women's tennis.
Australian Open Defense
Successfully defended her Australian Open title and won multiple Grand Slam doubles titles, demonstrating dominance across formats. Her versatility and intelligence on court made her a formidable opponent.
First Retirement
Retired from tennis at age 22 due to injuries and ankle problems, having won 5 Grand Slam singles titles. This early retirement marked a temporary end to her singles dominance.
Comeback and Doubles Success
Returned to tennis focusing on doubles and mixed doubles, quickly finding success and winning multiple Grand Slam titles. Her tactical intelligence remained her greatest asset.
Cocaine Controversy
Tested positive for cocaine at Wimbledon and received a two-year suspension, leading to her second retirement from tennis. The controversy significantly damaged her reputation and earning potential.
Second Comeback
Returned to professional tennis again, focusing exclusively on doubles and finding renewed success on the WTA Tour. Her experience and court craft made her a valuable doubles partner.
Doubles Renaissance
Won multiple Grand Slam doubles titles with various partners, including becoming world No. 1 in doubles. Her tactical mastery and versatility were on full display in her late-career resurgence.
Final Retirement
Retired from professional tennis for the final time after winning her last Grand Slam title at the US Open mixed doubles. She finished with 25 Grand Slam titles across all formats.
Tennis Hall of Famer
Recognized as one of the most talented and accomplished players in tennis history with 25 Grand Slam titles total. Despite controversies during her career, she remains a well-known and respected figure in tennis, celebrated for her tactical brilliance and record 17 Tier I singles titles.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026