Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina, ranked world No. 18 and a bronze medalist at the 2020 Olympics, has achieved a significant financial milestone, surpassing $25 million in career prize money (before taxes). This accomplishment places her among only 14 women in the history of the WTA Tour to reach this impressive mark.
Leading the list of highest-earning female tennis players is American icon Serena Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion and former world No. 1. Throughout her illustrious career, Williams has amassed $94.8 million in prize money. Her sister, Venus Williams, holds the second spot with $42.6 million. Romanian Simona Halep, with $40.2 million, occupies the third position, followed by Russian Maria Sharapova in fourth place with $38.7 million.