Ons Jabeur, born on August 28, 1994, in Ksar Hellar, Tunisia, is a professional tennis player known for her powerful and versatile playstyle. She stands 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters) tall and plays right-handed.
Jabeur has achieved significant milestones in her career, including reaching a career-high WTA singles ranking of world No. 2 in June 2022. She has won five WTA singles titles, with one of the most notable being the 2022 Madrid Open, a WTA 1000 event. Her consistent performances have made her a trailblazer, as she became the first African and Arab woman to contest a major singles final.
In recent times, Jabeur has faced challenges both on and off the court. At the 2025 Australian Open, she advanced to the third round but experienced breathing difficulties due to asthma, which affected her performance. She expressed the emotional toll of global conflicts, stating, “Kids are dying everywhere in Ukraine or Gaza. I have to speak out.”
At the 2025 Miami Open, Jabeur retired from her third-round match against Jasmine Paolini after just seven games due to a calf injury. Despite these setbacks, she remains a prominent figure in tennis, admired for her resilience and advocacy.
Off the court, Jabeur is deeply committed to humanitarian causes. She serves as an ambassador for the World Food Programme and has been vocal about the suffering of children in conflict zones. Her efforts highlight her dedication to making a positive impact beyond sports.