★ Career-high No. 2 · WTA

Paula Badosa

Spain · Right-handed

Age

Grand Slams

Highest rank

No. 2

Turned pro

2015

Paula Badosa is a former world No. 2 and one of the most powerful ball-strikers in women’s tennis. Born in New York City on 15 November 1997 to Spanish parents and raised in Barcelona, Badosa has won four WTA singles titles — headlined by the 2021 Indian Wells WTA 1000 — and reached the Australian Open semi-finals in 2025. An aggressive baseliner with a heavy serve and groundstrokes from both wings, Badosa is capable of competing with the very best when fit, with a maiden Grand Slam her standout career ambition.

Grand Slam titles

Career titles

The Profile

Player Profile

Full name	Paula Badosa Gibert
Date of birth	15 November 1997
Nationality	Spanish
Height	5ft 11in / 180cm
Plays	Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
Turned pro	2015
Highest ranking	World No. 2
Grand Slam titles	0 (SF at 2025 Australian Open)

Form Guide

Career Form & Notable Results

Iași Open 2026	Runner-upretired injured in the final against Mayar Sherif
Australian Open 2025	Semi-finalFirst Grand Slam semi-final
Washington Open 2024	ChampionFourth WTA title
Sydney 2022	ChampionWTA title
Indian Wells 2021	ChampionWTA 1000 title

Analysis

Playing Style & Strengths

Badosa is an aggressive baseliner with a heavy serve and powerful groundstrokes from both wings. At 5ft 11in she generates significant pace, and her athletic defence allows her to transition from defence to offence quickly. Her game is most effective on hard courts and clay, where she has produced her best results, including the Indian Wells title and her Australian Open semi-final run.

Betting

Badosa Betting Tips & Predictions

Badosa’s value depends heavily on fitness. When healthy, her power game makes her competitive with anyone. She offers her best value on clay and hard courts at WTA 1000 events, where her talent can produce deep runs.

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FAQ

Paula Badosa FAQs

What is Paula Badosa's career-high ranking?

Badosa reached a career-high of world No. 2 in April 2022. Track the live standings on our WTA rankings page.

Has Paula Badosa won a Grand Slam?

Not yet. Her best Grand Slam result is a semi-final at the 2025 Australian Open. She has also reached the French Open quarter-finals.

How many titles has Paula Badosa won?

Four WTA singles titles, including the 2021 Indian Wells WTA 1000.

Where is Paula Badosa from?

Badosa was born in New York City on 15 November 1997 to Spanish parents and grew up in Barcelona, Spain.

What surface does Paula Badosa play best on?

Hard courts and clay, where her power and serve are most effective.