Greek · Athens, Greece · Born 26 July 1995Greece's finest female player and a consistent top-10 power baseliner on the WTA Tour.
Maria Sakkari was born on 26 July 1995 in Athens, Greece, the daughter of tennis professional Angeliki Kanellopoulou. She turned professional in 2012 and became Greece's highest-ranked female player, breaking into the top 5 in 2021. She reached the semi-finals of Roland Garros and the US Open in 2021, her best Grand Slam results. Sakkari is known for her powerful baseline game, fitness and fighting spirit, though closing out big matches has sometimes eluded her. She has broken multiple Greek records and is a role model for the sport in her country.
First Greek woman to reach a Grand Slam semifinal, achieving this feat at both the 2021 French Open and US Open.
She reached both the Roland Garros and US Open semi-finals in the same year (2021) — an extraordinary double achievement.
Did You Know?How They Played
Sakkari is known for her aggressive baseline game and powerful forehand that can dominate rallies from the back of the court. She possesses strong mental toughness and fighting spirit, often performing well in high-pressure situations. Her athletic movement and ability to construct points effectively make her particularly dangerous on hard courts.
Lasting Impact
Sakkari has elevated Greek tennis to new heights and inspired a generation of young Greek players to pursue the sport professionally.
Career Honours
- Roland Garros Semi-finalist 2021
- US Open Semi-finalist 2021
Greek Athletes