Elise Mertens is a Belgian professional tennis player known for her strong performances in both singles and doubles. Born on November 17, 1995, in Leuven, Belgium, she stands 5 feet 10 inches (1.79 meters) tall and plays right-handed with a two-handed backhand.
Career Highlights:
- Singles: Mertens has secured nine WTA singles titles, with her most recent victory at the 2025 Singapore Tennis Open, where she triumphed over Ann Li with a score of 6-1, 6-4. She reached her highest singles ranking of world No. 12 in November 2018 and, as of February 2025, holds the world No. 31 position.
- Doubles: In doubles, Mertens has achieved significant success, winning four Grand Slam titles: the 2019 US Open and the 2021 Australian Open with Aryna Sabalenka, and the 2021 Wimbledon Championships and the 2024 Australian Open partnering with Hsieh Su-wei. She ascended to the world No. 1 doubles ranking on May 10, 2021, becoming the third Belgian to achieve this feat.
Recent Performance:
At the 2025 Miami Open, Mertens faced Iga Swiatek in the third round. You can watch the match highlights here:
Personal Life:
Mertens is active on social media, sharing aspects of her life and interests. She is an advocate for adoption, as indicated by her “#adoptdontshop” hashtag, and has a fondness for matcha, often enjoying it during her travels. She is sponsored by Yonex, a sports equipment manufacturer.
For more information on Elise Mertens, including her latest updates and match schedules, you can visit her official profiles on the WTA and ITF websites.