Madison Keys's Success and Achievements in Timeline
A closer look at the biggest achievements of Madison Keys. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Madison Keys is a professional American tennis player known for her powerful game. She reached a career-high ranking of world No. 5 and has captured ten WTA singles titles, including a Grand Slam victory at the 2025 Australian Open. She was also a finalist at the 2017 US Open, demonstrating her consistent performance at the highest levels of the sport.
3 hours ago : Madison Keys faces Sonay Kartal at Indian Wells; Parry reacts to Keys defeat.
Madison Keys is set to play Sonay Kartal at Indian Wells. Diane Parry expressed her disappointment after losing to Madison Keys. Kartal aims to match last year's fourth-round result.
1979: First occurrence at the US Open since 1979 of four Americans making the semifinals at a major
In 2017, all four of the Americans CoCo Vandeweghe, Sloane Stephens, Venus Williams and Madison Keys would win their matches to set up an all-American semifinal, which was the first occurrence at the US Open since 1979.
1985: First time since Wimbledon 1985 that four Americans made the semifinals at a major
In 2017 at the US Open four Americans made the semifinals, this was the first time four Americans made the semifinals at a major since Wimbledon in 1985.
1994: Youngest Player Since Martina Hingis to Win WTA Tour-Level Match
In February 2009, Madison Keys became the seventh-youngest player ever to win a WTA Tour-level match and the youngest since Martina Hingis in 1994.
2005: Serena Williams Comparison
In 2005, Madison Keys became the first player to win a major after defeating both the world No. 1 and world No. 2 at the Australian Open since Serena Williams.
2005: First American other than Williams sisters to finish a year with a top-10 ranking since Lindsay Davenport
Madison Keys finished the year ranked No. 8 in the world in 2016, becoming the first American other than the Williams sisters to finish a year with a top-10 ranking since Lindsay Davenport in 2005.
2006: Youngest American Titlist Since Vania King
Following her win at Eastbourne, Madison Keys became the youngest American titlist since Vania King in 2006.
2007: Girls 12s Matches Record
In 2007, at age 12, Madison Keys went 19-0 in girls 12s matches and 23-2 overall. She also won the 12-and-under Junior Orange Bowl.
2008: Serena Wimbledon Win
In 2008, Serena Williams had not lost to another American in a final since Wimbledon in 2008 against her sister.
January 2009: Copa del Café Winner
In January 2009, Madison Keys, at age 13, won the Copa del Café in Costa Rica, becoming the first American winner of the girls' event in its 26-year history.
2009: First Teenage Titlist Since Caroline Wozniacki
Following her win at Eastbourne, Madison Keys became the first teenage titlist since Caroline Wozniacki in 2009.
2009: Svetlana Kuznetsova Comparison
In 2009, Madison Keys became the first player to win a major after defeating both the world No. 1 and world No. 2 at any major since Svetlana Kuznetsova at the 2009 French Open.
2012: Analysis of Groundstroke Speeds
From 2012 to 2016, the Game Insight Group analyzed Australian Open data and found that Madison Keys had the second-fastest average forehand and backhand speeds of all players.
2014: Fastest Average Groundstroke Speed at French Open
At the 2014 French Open, Madison Keys had the fastest average groundstroke speed of any player, at 78.9 miles per hour (127.0 km/h).
2014: Fast Serve Recorded
In 2014, Madison Keys was recorded serving at up to 126 miles per hour (203 km/h) on the road to her first WTA Tour title.
2014: First WTA Title
In 2014, Madison Keys won her first ever WTA title at the Eastbourne International against Angelique Kerber.
2015: Fifth Fastest Serve at US Open
In 2015, Madison Keys recorded a serve at 124 miles per hour (200 km/h) at the US Open, making it the fifth fastest serve at the tournament.
2016: Analysis of Groundstroke Speeds
From 2012 to 2016, the Game Insight Group analyzed Australian Open data and found that Madison Keys had the second-fastest average forehand and backhand speeds of all players.
2016: Entered WTA Top 10
In 2016, Madison Keys debuted in the top 10 of the WTA rankings.
2016: Semifinals of Italian Open
In 2016, Madison Keys defeated Garbiñe Muguruza in straight sets in the semifinals of the Italian Open, a Premier 5 tournament. This was their most important meeting to date.
2016: Ranked Third in Service Points Won
In 2016, Madison Keys finished third in percentage of points won on serve, behind Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka. She also hit 300 aces, the third-most on the tour.
2016: First Match against Osaka at US Open
In 2016, Madison Keys played her first match against Naomi Osaka at the US Open. Keys won in three sets, overcoming a 1-5 deficit in the third set.
2017: Semifinals of Bank of the West Classic
In 2017, Madison Keys defeated Garbiñe Muguruza in the semifinals of the Bank of the West Classic. Keys lost only five games in what was their fastest match. Muguruza was playing her first tournament since winning Wimbledon.
2017: Reunited with Davenport and First Major Final
In 2017, Madison Keys reunited with Lindsay Davenport as her coach and also started working with Dieter Kindlmann. She won her third title and reached her first major final at the US Open.
2017: Venus Williams Comparison
In 2017, Madison Keys was the first semifinalist to come from a set down since Venus Williams.
2017: Keys won against Osaka at BNP Paribas Open
In 2017, Madison Keys won against Naomi Osaka in straight sets at the BNP Paribas Open.
2018: Snapped Losing Streak to Kerber
In 2018, Madison Keys snapped her five-match losing streak to Angelique Kerber in the third round of the Cincinnati Open.
August 2019: First Title Since August 2019
In August 2019, Madison Keys won her first title since August 2019.
2019: Cincinnati Open Win Against Halep
In 2019, Madison Keys ended her losing streak to Halep in the third round of the Cincinnati Open.
2019: First Victory Against Stephens
In 2019, Madison Keys recorded her first victory against Stephens in the quarterfinals at the 2019 Volvo Car Open.
2019: Reunited with Juan Todero and First Clay Court Title
In 2019, Madison Keys went back to her former coach Juan Todero and won her first clay court title in their first tournament since his return.
2019: Title at Charleston Open
In 2019, Madison Keys won a title on clay at the Charleston Open, despite clay being her least favorite surface.
2020: Defeated Sofia Kenin
In 2020, Madison Keys defeated Sofia Kenin at the Australian Open.
2022: Won 2022 Adelaide International 2
In 2022, Madison Keys won her first title since August 2019 at the 2022 Adelaide International 2, defeating Alison Riske in the final.
2025: Australian Open Champion
In 2025, Madison Keys won a major at the Australian Open.
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