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Caroline Wozniacki

Caroline Wozniacki is a Danish former professional tennis player and current tennis analyst.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Caroline Wozniacki (born 11 July 1990) is a Danish former professional tennis player and tennis analyst. She won the 2018 Australian Open, reached world No. 1 in women's singles, and became the first Danish player to win a Grand Slam singles title. She won 30 WTA singles titles and spent 71 weeks at No. 1, including year-end No. 1 in 2010 and 2011.

Early life and background

Caroline Wozniacki was born in Odense, Denmark, on 11 July 1990. She turned professional in 2005 and became one of Denmark's most prominent athletes.

Professional career

Wozniacki's career included 30 WTA singles titles and a world No. 1 ranking that she held for 71 weeks. She reached two US Open finals, in 2009 and 2014, before winning her first Grand Slam singles title at the 2018 Australian Open.

Retirement and comeback

Wozniacki retired from professional tennis after the 2020 Australian Open. She later returned to the WTA Tour in 2023, continuing her presence in competitive tennis.

Broadcasting and public profile

Alongside her playing career, Wozniacki has worked as a tennis analyst for ESPN. She has been recognized for her prominence in Danish sport and in international tennis coverage.

Key facts

  • Won the 2018 Australian Open, her first Grand Slam singles title.
  • Reached world No. 1 and spent 71 weeks at the ranking, including year-end No. 1 in 2010 and 2011.
  • Won 30 WTA singles titles during her career.
  • Reached the US Open final in 2009 and 2014.
  • Retired after the 2020 Australian Open, then returned to the WTA Tour in 2023.
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Canadian context

Wozniacki has been a prominent figure in international women’s tennis, a sport with strong Canadian interest through events such as the Canadian Open and major broadcast coverage in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Caroline Wozniacki?
She is a Danish former professional tennis player and tennis analyst who became world No. 1 and won the 2018 Australian Open.
What is Caroline Wozniacki best known for?
She is best known for winning the 2018 Australian Open and for becoming the first Danish player to win a Grand Slam singles title.
When was Caroline Wozniacki born?
She was born on 11 July 1990 in Odense, Denmark.
How many WTA singles titles did she win?
She won 30 WTA singles titles.
Did Caroline Wozniacki retire?
Yes. She retired in 2020 after the Australian Open, then returned to the WTA Tour in 2023.

References

  1. WTA Official — https://www.wtatennis.com/players/313402/caroline-wozniacki
    Supports: Birth date and birthplace
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/tennis/player/_/id/630/caroline-wozniacki
    Supports: Nationality, playing hand, turned pro, height, and birthplace
  3. ESPN Press Room — https://espnpressroom.com/us/bios/caroline-wozniacki/
    Supports: Grand Slam title, world No. 1 ranking, 71 weeks at No. 1, 30 WTA titles, Olympic participation, and analyst role
  4. WTA Official — https://www.wtatennis.com/news/1583449/wta-celebrates-career-of-caroline-wozniacki
    Supports: Retirement, final match, and career record
  5. WTA Official — https://www.wtatennis.com/news/4487560/legend-bio-carloine-wozniacki
    Supports: Career achievements, first WTA title, retirement context, comeback context, and family details