Danielle Collins's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Danielle Collins.

Danielle Rose Collins is an American professional tennis player known for her achievements in singles and doubles. Her career-high rankings include world No. 7 in singles and No. 79 in doubles. Collins has secured four WTA singles titles, notably winning the prestigious WTA 1000 title at the 2024 Miami Open. Additionally, she reached the final of a major singles tournament at the 2022 Australian Open. She has also won one doubles title.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2011: First ITF Singles Title

In 2011, Danielle Collins won her first ITF singles title.

2014: ACC Championship and NCAA Singles Title

In 2014, Danielle Collins helped Virginia win the ACC Championship and became the first Cavalier to win the NCAA singles title.

2014: NCAA Singles Title

In 2014, Danielle Collins won her first NCAA singles title during her sophomore year at the University of Virginia.

2015: Consecutive ACC Championship

In 2015, Danielle Collins helped Virginia win their second consecutive ACC Championship.

2016: Second NCAA Title and Honda Sports Award

In 2016, Danielle Collins became the seventh two-time NCAA champion and finished her college career as the nation's top-ranked player, receiving the Honda Sports Award for tennis.

2016: Second NCAA Singles Title and Top Ranking

In 2016, Danielle Collins won her second NCAA singles title during her senior year. She finished her career with Virginia as the top-ranked collegiate player.

January 28, 2019: Career-High Ranking

On January 28, 2019, Danielle Collins rose to a career-high ranking of No. 23 following the Australian Open tournament.

2019: Australian Open Semifinal

In 2019, Danielle Collins had a breakthrough at the Australian Open, advancing to the semifinals and defeating world No. 2 Angelique Kerber.

2020: Wins Over Top-15 Opponents

In 2020, Danielle Collins started the year with three wins over top-15 opponents at the Brisbane International and Adelaide International. She defeated Elina Svitolina, Sofia Kenin, and Belinda Bencic.

August 9, 2021: Re-entry into Top 30

As a result of winning the Silicon Valley Classic in August 2021, Danielle Collins reentered the top 30 at world No. 28 on August 9, 2021.

2021: First WTA Tour Title

In 2021, Danielle Collins won her first WTA Tour title at the Palermo Ladies Open.

April 8, 2024: Top 15 Ranking

With the title won in Charleston, Danielle Collins returned to the top 15 on April 8, 2024.

2024: Miami Open Title Run

After initially announcing 2024 would mark her final season, Danielle Collins went on a run of form that included the Miami Open title.

2024: Miami Open Title & Retirement Announcement

In 2024, Danielle Collins won the WTA 1000 title at the Miami Open. Initially, 2024 was announced as her final season before she later decided to continue playing.