The first Arab and North African woman to reach a Grand Slam final, beloved for her personality and game.
Ons Jabeur was born on 28 August 1994 in Ksar Hellal, Tunisia. She turned professional in 2010 and became a trailblazer, breaking multiple barriers as she rose through the rankings. She was the first Arab woman to win a WTA title, the first Arab and North African to enter the top 10, and the first to reach a Grand Slam final. She reached the Wimbledon final in 2022 and 2023, and the US Open final in 2022, losing all three. Known for her extraordinary drop shot, improvisation and warm personality, Jabeur became a global ambassador for the sport.
Being the first Arab woman to reach a Grand Slam final at Wimbledon 2022
She was the first Arab or North African woman to reach a Grand Slam final — reaching three (Wimbledon 2022, US Open 2022, Wimbledon 2023) without winning one.
Did You Know?How They Played
Jabeur is known for her creative and unpredictable style of play, featuring exceptional variety including drop shots, slices, and angles that often catch opponents off guard. She possesses strong court craft and tactical intelligence, mixing power with finesse effectively.
Lasting Impact
She has broken barriers as the first Arab woman to reach Grand Slam finals and achieve a top-5 ranking, inspiring a new generation of players from the Middle East and North Africa.
Career Honours
- Wimbledon Finalist 2022
- US Open Finalist 2022
- Wimbledon Finalist 2023