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Zeynep Sönmez

Zeynep Sönmez is a Turkish professional tennis player.

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

Zeynep Sönmez is a Turkish professional tennis player. She has won one WTA Tour singles title and reached a career-high singles ranking of No. 48 in July 2026. Born in Istanbul in 2002, she is the highest-ranked Turkish player in WTA history.

Early life and background

Sönmez was born in Istanbul, Turkey, in 2002. She developed her tennis skills in her home country before turning professional in the late 2010s.

Professional career

Sönmez turned professional in the late 2010s and progressed through the ITF and WTA circuits. Her breakthrough came when she won her first WTA Tour singles title at the 2024 Mérida Open Akron, a WTA 250 event.

Rankings and records

Sönmez achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 48 on 13 July 2026. This ranking made her the highest-ranked Turkish player in WTA history.

Playing style

Sönmez plays right-handed with a two-handed backhand. She is listed at a height of 1.70 m.

Key facts

  • Born in Istanbul, Turkey, in 2002.
  • Plays right-handed with a two-handed backhand.
  • Won her first WTA Tour singles title at the 2024 Mérida Open Akron.
  • Reached a career-high singles ranking of No. 48 on 13 July 2026.
  • Became the highest-ranked Turkish player in WTA rankings history.
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Canadian context

Sönmez has played against Canadian opponents on the WTA and Grand Slam circuits, which may be of interest to Canadian tennis readers.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Zeynep Sönmez?
She is a Turkish professional tennis player who competes on the WTA Tour.
When was Zeynep Sönmez born?
She was born on 30 April 2002.
What is Zeynep Sönmez’s highest ranking?
Her career-high singles ranking is No. 48, achieved on 13 July 2026.
Has Zeynep Sönmez won a WTA title?
Yes. She won her first WTA Tour singles title at the 2024 Mérida Open Akron.
What is Zeynep Sönmez’s playing style?
She plays right-handed and uses a two-handed backhand.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zeynep_S%C3%B6nmez
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, playing style, coach, prize money, career record, career titles, and highest/current singles ranking.
  2. WTA Tennis — https://www.wtatennis.com/news/4184644/get-to-know-zeynep-sonmez
    Supports: First WTA Tour title, Turkish tennis milestone, and background on her rise.
  3. Tennis.com — https://www.tennis.com/news/articles/zeynep-sonmez-becomes-highest-ranked-turkish-player-in-wta-rankings-history
    Supports: Highest-ranked Turkish player in WTA history, ranking milestone, and WTA title context.
  4. Roland-Garros — https://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/players/42733-z.sonmez
    Supports: Birthplace, height, nationality, and profile details.