Sloane Stephens's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Sloane Stephens.

Sloane Stephens is a highly ranked American professional tennis player, achieving a career-high ranking of world No. 3. Her significant accomplishments include winning the 2017 US Open and reaching the final of the 2018 French Open. Stephens has secured eight WTA Tour-level singles titles throughout her career. In doubles, she holds a career-high ranking of world No. 63 and has won one WTA Tour doubles title, showcasing her versatility on the court.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1981: All-American Semifinals at US Open

In 2017, Stephens' advancement to the US Open set up the first all-American semifinals at the US Open since 1981.

1985: All-American Semifinals at Wimbledon

In 2017, Stephens' advancement to the US Open set up the first all-American semifinals at a major since Wimbledon in 1985.

1995: Historical Precedent

In 1995, Corina Morariu and Ludmila Varmužová became the second pair of girls to win three Grand Slam tournament doubles titles in one season.

1998: American Women Win US Open

In 2017, Stephens won the US Open becoming the first to win the US Open since Lindsay Davenport in 1998.

2000: First Fed Cup title for the United States since 2000

In 2000, the United States secured its first Fed Cup title since 2000, marking a significant win for the nation.

2002: American Women's Major Title

In 2017, Stephens won the US Open becoming the first American woman other than the Williams sisters to win a major title since Jennifer Capriati won the Australian Open in 2002.

2006: First American Woman in Top 5 Since 2006

In 2006, Sloane Stephens became the first American woman other than the Williams sisters to be ranked in the top 5 in singles since Lindsay Davenport.

2008: US Open Doubles Final

In 2008, Sloane Stephens reached her first Grand Slam doubles final at the US Open with Mallory Burdette and also had a semifinal appearance at the Orange Bowl tournament.

2009: First Junior Titles

In 2009, Sloane Stephens won her first two tournaments of the year: the Grade 1 USTA International Spring Championships and the Grade A Italian Open.

2010: Junior Success

In 2010, Sloane Stephens achieved a junior ranking of world No. 5 and secured three major girls' doubles titles in partnership with Tímea Babos.

2011: Breakthrough Season

In 2011, Sloane Stephens climbed the WTA rankings, winning her first professional singles title at the Camparini Gioielli Cup in Italy and qualifying for the French Open, making her Grand Slam main-draw debut. She also reached her first WTA Tour quarterfinal at the Southern California Open and the third round of the US Open, entering the top 100 of the WTA rankings and becoming the youngest player in the top 100.

2013: Victory Against Serena Williams at the 2013 Australian Open

In 2013, Sloane Stephens achieved her only victory against Serena Williams at the Australian Open, garnering international attention.

2013: Upsets and Grand Slam Consistency

In 2013, Sloane Stephens upset Maria Sharapova at the Cincinnati Open and reached the fourth round of the US Open. She finished the year at world No. 12, making it to the second week of all four Grand Slam tournaments.

2013: Two Wins Against Halep in 2013

In 2013, Sloane Stephens won her next two meetings against Halep, including a first-round match at the Australian Open.

2013: Australian Open Semifinal

In 2013, at the age of 19, Sloane Stephens gained prominence by reaching the semifinals at the Australian Open and defeating world No. 3 Serena Williams along the way.

2013: Breakthrough tournament at the Australian Open

In 2013, under coach David Nainkin, Sloane Stephens had her breakthrough tournament at the Australian Open and reached a career-best ranking of No. 11 in the world. She later parted ways with Nainkin after the 2013 season.

2013: US Open Quarterfinal

In 2017, at the US Open Stephens advanced to her first major quarterfinal since Wimbledon in 2013.

2016: Coaching Change and WTA Titles

In 2016, Sloane Stephens switched to a new coach, Kamau Murray, and subsequently won three WTA titles in the first half of the year. However, her successful year was cut short due to a foot injury.

2017: US Open Final Victory Over Keys in 2017

In 2017, Sloane Stephens defeated Madison Keys in the final of the US Open to win her first major title.

2017: US Open Victory and Comeback Player of the Year

In 2017, Sloane Stephens returned from injury and won the US Open in just her fifth tournament back. She was then awarded WTA Comeback Player of the Year for her successful season.

2017: US Open Final Rematch and Career High Ranking

In 2017, Sloane Stephens won a rematch against Madison Keys in the semifinals, mirroring the 2017 US Open final. Subsequently, she lost the final to Simona Halep, resulting in her first loss in a WTA Tour singles final, but catapulting her to a career-high ranking of No. 4 in the world.

2017: US Open Win Over Madison Keys in 2017

In 2017, Sloane Stephens won a tight three-set first-round match over 2017 finalist Madison Keys at the US Open.

2018: Premier Mandatory Title and French Open Final

In 2018, Sloane Stephens continued her success by winning her first Premier Mandatory title at the Miami Open, reaching a second major final at the French Open, entering the top 10 for the first time, and finishing runner-up at the WTA Finals.