Swiss · Wollerau, Switzerland · Born 10 March 1997Olympic champion and Swiss star who became a major champion with a stunning US Open run.
Belinda Bencic was born on 10 March 1997 in Wollerau, Switzerland. The daughter of Slovak tennis parents, she was coached by Melanie Molitor — Martina Hingis's mother — as a teenager. She turned professional in 2012 and became a teenage prodigy, winning multiple titles in her teens. Her greatest moment came at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where she won gold in singles and silver in doubles. She has reached multiple WTA Finals and broken into the top 5. Bencic is known for her fighting spirit and exceptional court intelligence. She had a baby in 2024 and resumed her career.
She won the Olympic gold medal in women's singles tennis at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
She won the Olympic singles gold and doubles silver at the Tokyo 2020 Games — two medals at the same Olympics is an extraordinary achievement.
Did You Know?How They Played
Bencic is known for her aggressive baseline game and powerful groundstrokes from both wings. She possesses excellent court coverage and tactical awareness, often using precise placement and depth to control rallies. Her backhand is particularly strong, and she's capable of hitting winners from defensive positions.
Lasting Impact
Bencic's Olympic gold medal achievement elevated Swiss tennis and inspired a new generation of players in her country.
Career Honours
- Olympic Gold Tokyo 2020
- Olympic Silver Tokyo 2020 (doubles)
Swiss Athletes