Li Na - Wikipedia
WEBLi Na (born 26 February 1982) is a Chinese former professional tennis player. She achieved a career-high WTA ranking of world No. 2. In her career, Li won nine singles titles, including two Grand Slam titles at the 2011 French Open and 2014 Australian Open .
WTA 50: Li Na's legacy beyond the white lines of the tennis court
WEBOct 5, 2023 · Li, with her pioneering spirit, helped tennis explode in China, charming audiences and securing her place among tennis legends and iconic figures. As Chris Evert said at the time, she transcended the sport much like Billie Jean King and Martina Navratilova once did.
Li Na - International Tennis Hall of Fame
WEBThis 2019 International Tennis Hall of Fame inductee’s signature moment came at the 2011 French Open, when Li Na became the first Asian to earn a Grand Slam singles title. Then, proving she was no one-Slam wonder, Li Na won the 2014 Australian Open.
10-year rewind: Li Na’s glittering moment in Paris
WEBJun 13, 2021 · A decade ago at Roland-Garros, the world watched in glee as Li claimed her maiden Grand Slam title on the Parisian clay. 110 million were glued to the television broadcast – in China alone – and today we still feel the far-reaching impact of this breakthrough moment.
Years After Retiring, Li Na Wields Major Influence in Tennis
WEBJul 12, 2018 · WIMBLEDON, England — Four years after playing the last match of her career at Wimbledon, Li Na has returned to the All England Club. Her life has had additions; she brought her two children,...
Li Na returns to the Australian Open a decade after historic win
WEBJan 20, 2024 · Ten years after her historic Australian Open victory, Li Na is returning to Melbourne to compete in the Australian Open Legends tournament. As the first Asian woman to win a Grand Slam singles title, Li attracted millions of new followers to tennis and inspired a generation of young players across China.
For Li Na, Another First in Tennis - The New York Times
WEBJul 19, 2019 · Li Na, 37, became the first tennis player from Asia to win a Grand Slam singles title, at the 2011 French Open. Brittainy Newman/The New York Times. When Li Na was a girl, tennis was often...
Li Na sets new mark: first Asian-born player in Tennis Hall
WEBJul 21, 2019 · Li Na has broken new ground at the International Tennis Hall of Fame. The 37-year-old former Chinese star became the first Asian-born player to be inducted into the Newport, Rhode Island-based hall.
Li Na’s tennis journey to stretch from China to Hall of Fame
WEBJul 19, 2019 · Li Na, the first player from Asia to win a Grand Slam singles title, will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame this weekend.
Li Na’s tennis journey to stretch from China to Hall of Fame
WEBJul 18, 2019 · NEW YORK (AP) — Li Na remembers first watching a tennis match on TV, drawn to the unforgettable style of one of the players. Andre Agassi had long hair, an earring and wore denim shorts, and made...