Career Timeline of Tatjana Maria: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Tatjana Maria, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Tatjana Maria is a German professional tennis player who achieved a career-high singles ranking of world No. 36 in July 2025 at the age of 37 years and 11 months. She also reached a peak of No. 54 in the doubles rankings in June 2016. She is known for her longevity and success on the professional tennis circuit.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2006: Billie Jean King Cup Competition

In 2006, Tatjana Maria began representing Germany in the Billie Jean King Cup competition.

2011: Billie Jean King Cup Competition

In 2011, Tatjana Maria continued to represent Germany in the Billie Jean King Cup competition.

2014: Return to Tour at Copa Colsanitas

In 2014, Maria returned to the tour at the Copa Colsanitas.

June 2016: Peak Doubles Ranking

In June 2016, Tatjana Maria peaked at No. 54 in the doubles rankings.

November 2017: Career-High Ranking in Top 50

In November 2017, Maria reached a career-high ranking in the top 50.

2018: First WTA Tour Title at Mallorca Open

In 2018, Maria won her first singles WTA Tour title at the Mallorca Open, defeating Anastasija Sevastova.

2018: Return to Billie Jean King Cup Competition

In 2018, Tatjana Maria returned to the Billie Jean King Cup competition to represent Germany.

2021: Camila Osorio Wins Copa Colsanitas

In 2021, Camila Osorio won the Copa Colsanitas, foreshadowing her victory against Maria in 2024.

2022: Second Title at Copa Colsanitas

In 2022, Maria won her second title at the Copa Colsanitas, defeating Laura Pigossi in the final.

2022: Wimbledon Championships Run and WTA Comeback Player of the Year

In 2022, at the Wimbledon Championships, Maria defeated Astra Sharma, Sorana Cîrstea, Maria Sakkari, and Jeļena Ostapenko to reach the quarterfinals, becoming the oldest player to debut in a Wimbledon quarterfinal. She beat Jule Niemeier to reach the semi-final, ultimately losing to Ons Jabeur. Maria was also awarded the WTA Comeback Player of the Year for her performance.

2023: Copa Colsanitas Title Defense

In 2023, Maria defended her title at the Copa Colsanitas in Bogotá, defeating Peyton Stearns in the final.

2024: Loss at Copa Colsanitas and Ranking Decline

In 2024, Maria could not defend her title at the Copa Colsanitas, losing to Camila Osorio in the quarterfinals and falling to No. 65 in the singles rankings.

2024: Selection for Paris Olympics

In 2024, Maria was selected as the German No. 2 player for the Paris Olympics.

July 2025: Career-Best Singles Ranking

In July 2025, Tatjana Maria reached her career-best singles ranking of world No. 36 at 37 years and 11 months old.

2025: Queen's Club Championships and WTA 500 Title

In 2025, at age 37 and 312 days, Maria became the oldest woman to reach a WTA 500 final at the Queen's Club Championships. Maria defeated Amanda Anisimova to become the "Queen of Queen's" and win her first WTA 500 title and second on grass.