Name | Petra Kvitova |
Net Worth | $35 million |
Age | 33 |
Nationality | Czech |
Residence | Monte Carlo, Monaco |
Marital Status | Married |
Children | None |
Source of Wealth | Tennis, Endorsements |
Prize Money | $37,059,102 |
Endorsements | Nike, Wilson, TAG Heuer, Audi, Unicredit |
Petra Kvitova is a professional player born on March 8, 1990. She has 31 WTA singles titles, including two Wimbledons, in 2011 and 2014. She also won the bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Her career-high ranking is No. 2 in the world, which she achieved in October 2011. According to multiple online sources, Kvitova’s net worth is estimated at around USD 35 million. She is currently coached by Jiri Vanek.
She rose to fame after defeating former world No. 1 Dinara Safina in the third round of the 2009 US Open. This win was followed by her first semifinal at the 2010 Wimbledon. Kvitova won her first Grand Slam in 2011 after beating Maria Sharapova in the final of the Wimbledon.
Kvitova has received many awards in her career, including the Karen Krantzcke Sportsmanship Award, Czech Athlete Team of the Year, US Open Sportsmanship Award and the Fan Favorite Match of the Year award. She is a left-handed player, with a career singles record of 629-284.
Who is Petra Kvitova's father?
Petra Kvitova’s father is Jiri Kvitova, a former school teacher and vice mayor of their town Moravian, Fulnek. She has two elder brothers, Jiri Jr. and Libor.
Who is Petra Kvitova's mother?
Pavla Kvitova is Petra KVitova's mother. No other information is available about Pavla Kvitova.
What nationality are Petra Kvitova's parents?
Both Petra Kvitova's parents are of Czech nationality.
What is the playing style of Petra Kvitova?
Petra Kvitova's playing style includes hitting powerful backhand shots. She is left-handed and has a big first serve. She also likes to use the forehand down the line to surprise her opponents. Her height helps her compensate for the lack of speed by playing near the net. Kvitova loves to play on grass and idolizes Martina Navratilova as she was also a left-handed player.
When did Petra Kvitova begin her junior tennis career?
Petra Kvitova started her junior tennis career in 2006. As a junior, she reached a career-high ranking of No. 27 on July 9, 2007. She holds a career junior singles record of 35-7 and a career junior doubles record of 20-9. She played her first WTA tournament at the 2007 Prague Open.
How many Grand Slam titles has Petra Kvitova won?
Petra Kvitova has won two Grand Slam titles in her tennis career, including the 2011 and 2014 Wimbledon. In the 2011 Wimbledon Open, she defeated Maria Sharapova in the final 6-3, 6-4. She defeated Victoria Azarenka, Tsvetana Pironkova, Alexa Glatch and Roberta Vinci to reach the final and became the second Czech woman to win Wimbledon since Martina Navratilova.
Petra Kvitova was the sixth seed at the 2014 Wimbledon and defeated former defending champion Venus Williams in the third round. She defeated thirteen seed Eugenie Bouchard by 6-3, 6-0 in the final and entered the top 5 on the WTA rankings.
How much prize money Petra Kvitova has won?
According to the WTA website, Kvitova has won $37,059,102 in prize money till date. She has won 31 WTA singles titles in her career.
FAQs
Q. Where does Petra Kvitova currently reside?
A. Petra Kvitova currently resides in Monte Carlo, Monaco.
Q. When does Petra Kvitova turn pro?
A. Petra Kvitova turned pro in 2006
Q. Is Petra Kvitova married?
A. Petra Kvitova is married to Jiri Vanek.
Q. Which country is Kvitova from?
A. Petra Kvitova is from the Czech Republic.
Q. What is the birthdate of Petra Kvitova?
A. Petra Kvitova's birthdate is March 8, 1990.
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