Barbora Krejcikova

Barbora Krejcikova is a two-time Grand Slam champion, and the way she’s done it — through craft, intelligence, and sheer tennis IQ — is what makes her story so special. The Czech won Roland Garros in 2021 and Wimbledon in 2024, both times displaying the kind of tactical sophistication and mental composure that separate champions from the rest. On top of that, she’s a multiple Grand Slam doubles champion — making her one of the most accomplished all-round players in the modern game.

Here’s what sets Krejcikova apart from most of the field: her game is built on variety rather than raw power. She uses slice, topspin, and flat drives to keep opponents perpetually guessing, and her net skills (honed through years of doubles excellence) give her an extra dimension that many modern players simply cannot replicate. The serve is deceptively effective, and her ability to read the game and anticipate shots borders on clairvoyant at times. Melbourne’s hard courts suit her game well.

The part of Krejcikova’s story that truly moves me is the mentorship connection with the late Jana Novotna, the 1998 Wimbledon champion. Krejcikova carries that legacy in everything she does on court, and her own Wimbledon triumph in 2024 was a deeply emotional moment that connected past and present in the most beautiful way. She dedicates her career to Novotna’s memory, and Australian fans have been genuinely moved by the grace and intelligence she brings to every match.

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Barbora Krejcikova is a proven Grand Slam champion with the game and temperament to contend at any major she enters. Her tactical variety and doubles pedigree give her advantages that are genuinely unique in the women’s game, and her Australian Open campaigns have shown she can compete with the very best on hard courts. Two Grand Slams and counting — and I don’t think she’s finished yet.

NC — Staff sports writer, australiafootball.com