Paula Badosa is a Spanish professional tennis player who has a career-high ranking of No. 2 in the world. She has won four career singles titles, including the 2021 Indian Wells crown. As of January 2025, she is ranked No. 12 on the WTA.
Badosa turned pro in 2015, but had her breakthrough season in 2021. Since then, she hasn't looked back despite suffering from numerous injuries, including a stress fracture in her lower back at the Wimbledon Open. She received the Comeback Player of the Year by the WTA in 2024 after returning to the top 12, despite starting the season from No. 66.
Paula Badosa’s best Grand Slam performance was at the 2021 French Open and the 2024 US Open, where she reached the tournament's quarterfinals. She also qualified for the 2021 WTA Tour Finals and made it to the tournament's semifinals. She also advanced to the quarterfinal of the 2021 Olympic Games.
Her playing style can be described as an aggressive baseliner, and her game revolves around her big first serve and powerful two-handed backhand. She is currently being coached by Pol Toledo Bague.
| Name | Paula Badosa |
| Net Worth | $6.2 million |
| Age | 27 |
| Nationality | Spanish |
| Residence | Dubai, UAE |
| Marital Status | In-relationship |
| Children | None |
| Source of Wealth | Tennis, Endorsements |
| Prize Money | $7,880,509 |
| Endorsements | Wilson, Nike and Iberdrola |
Where Was Paula Badosa Born?
Paula Badosa was born to Mieria Gibert and Josep Badosa in Manhattan, New York, USA. Both her parents are Spanish and currently work in the fashion industry. Badosa’s family relocated to Barcelona, Spain when she was seven. Badosa then moved to Valencia to pursue tennis seriously. She idolizes Roger Federer, Simona Halep and Maria Sharapova.
Why Does Paula Badosa Live in Dubai?
Paula Badosa lives in Dubai as she thinks the facilities available in the city are amazing for tennis players. According to Badosa, Dubai has the best gym, tasty food, and tennis courts for athletes. She had an interview with Gulf News after her training session at the Dubai Police Officers Club. In the interview, she said that the people of Dubai are friendly, and she feels Dubai is her second home. She even added that her boyfriend Tsitsipas also thinks that the amenities in Dubai are very good. Badosa also shared that everything she needs for her tennis practice is available in one place, and the staff is quite helpful.
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How Many WTA Titles Has Paula Badosa Won?
Paula Badosa has won four single WTA titles, including a title in Washington in 2024, the 2022 Sydney Open, 2021 Belgrade Open and 2021 Indian Wells Open. After winning the 2021 Indian Wells title, she reached the top 10 ranking list.
FAQs on Where was Paula Badosa Born
A. Paula Badosa is currently unmarried and in a relationship with professional tennis player Stefanos Tsitsipas.
A. Paula Badosa has not won any Grand Slam yet.
A. Paula Badosa retired from her second-round match against player Marta Kostyuk due to a spinal injury.
A. Josep Badosa and Mieria Gibert are Paula Badosa’s parents.
A. Nike, Wilson and Iberdrola sponsor Paula Badosa.
