Anna Kournikova

Date of Birth: June 7, 1981

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Biography

Anna Sergeyevna Kournikova is a retired Russian professional tennis player and American television personality who gained international fame for her skills on the tennis court and her stunning looks. Born in Moscow, Russia, Anna began playing tennis at a young age and quickly rose through the ranks of junior tennis. She made her WTA debut in 1995 at the age of 14. Kournikova reached her peak in the sport in the late 1990s and early 2000s, achieving a career-high ranking of No. 8 in the world in singles and No. 1 in doubles. Despite never winning a singles title, Anna Kournikova became one of the most famous tennis players in the world, largely due to her doubles success and her marketable appearance. She won two Grand Slam doubles titles at the Australian Open (1999 and 2002) with partner Martina Hingis. Her popularity extended beyond tennis, making her a global icon and leading to numerous modeling and endorsement opportunities. After retiring from professional tennis due to chronic back and spinal problems, Kournikova transitioned to a career in media and entertainment. She appeared as a trainer on the television show “The Biggest Loser” and has been involved in various charitable endeavors.

5 Interesting Facts about Anna Kournikova

1. Anna Kournikova made her professional tennis debut at the age of 14.

2. She reached a career-high singles ranking of No. 8 in the world in 2000.

3. Kournikova won two Grand Slam doubles titles at the Australian Open in 1999 and 2002.

4. Despite never winning a WTA singles title, she was one of the most marketable athletes of her time.

5. She has been in a long-term relationship with singer Enrique Iglesias since 2001.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Anna Kournikova

1. “I’m like a menu at an expensive restaurant; you can look at me, but you can’t afford me.”

2. “The courts are as much a part of the game as the players, and the fans.”

3. “My whole life has been a struggle between my need for acceptance and my desire to be true to myself.”

4. “I worked very hard, and I achieved a lot in a very short time.”

5. “You don’t have to be a great player to be a good coach.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Anna Kournikova’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $50 million.

Children

Anna Kournikova and Enrique Iglesias have three children: twins Nicholas and Lucy, born in December 2017, and a daughter named Mary, born in January 2020.