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Jelena Ostapenko

Jelena Ostapenko is a Latvian professional tennis player known for winning the 2017 French Open singles title.

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

Jelena Ostapenko is a Latvian professional tennis player known for winning the 2017 French Open singles title. She has also won major doubles titles, making her a successful player in both singles and doubles on the WTA Tour. Born in Riga, Latvia on 8 June 1997, she turned professional in 2012 and plays right-handed.

Early life and background

Jelena Ostapenko was born in Riga, Latvia, on 8 June 1997. She turned professional in 2012 and plays right-handed. She is 1.77 m (5 ft 10 in) tall.

Professional career

Ostapenko emerged as a major singles contender when she won the 2017 French Open. Her career also includes success in doubles, with major titles at the 2024 US Open and the 2026 Wimbledon Championships. She has won nine WTA Tour-level singles titles and 13 doubles titles on the WTA Tour. She reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 5 in 2018.

Playing profile

Ostapenko is a right-handed player with a reputation as an aggressive all-court competitor. She has been ranked among the world’s top players in both singles and doubles.

Key facts

  • Won the 2017 French Open women's singles title.
  • Has won nine WTA Tour-level singles titles.
  • Has won 13 doubles titles on the WTA Tour.
  • Reached a career-high singles ranking of world No. 5 in 2018.
  • Has won major titles in both singles and doubles.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jelena Ostapenko?
She is a Latvian professional tennis player and former French Open singles champion.
What is Jelena Ostapenko best known for?
She is best known for winning the 2017 French Open women's singles title.
How many WTA singles titles has she won?
She has won nine WTA Tour-level singles titles.
Has Jelena Ostapenko won doubles majors?
Yes. She has won major doubles titles, including the 2024 US Open and 2026 Wimbledon Championships.
What country does she represent?
She represents Latvia.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Je%C4%BCena_Ostapenko
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, career titles, and major wins.
  2. ESPN — http://www.espn.com/tennis/player/_/id/2195/jelena-ostapenko
    Supports: Date of birth, handedness, turned professional date, ranking, height, and career titles.
  3. BNP Paribas Open — https://www.bnpparibasopen.com/players/detail/jelena-ostapenko
    Supports: Player profile, nationality, ranking, birthplace, and description of singles and doubles major wins.
  4. Roland-Garros — https://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/players/28758-j.ostapenko
    Supports: Nationality, age, height, ranking, and player profile.