Bojana Jovanovski Petrović facts for kids
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Jovanovski at the 2013 Wimbledon Championships
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| Country (sports) |  Serbia |
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| Residence | Belgrade, Serbia |
| Born | 31 December 1991 Belgrade, SFR Yugoslavia |
| Height | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Turned pro | 2007 |
| Retired | 2021 (last match in 2018) |
| Plays | Right–handed (two–handed backhand) |
| Prize money | US$ 2,195,549 |
| Singles | |
| Career record | 268–211 (55.95%) |
| Career titles | 2 WTA, 1 WTA 125 |
| Highest ranking | No. 32 (4 August 2014) |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| Australian Open | 4R (2013) |
| French Open | 3R (2013) |
| Wimbledon | 3R (2014) |
| US Open | 2R (2012, 2013, 2015) |
| Doubles | |
| Career record | 18–53 (25.35%) |
| Career titles | 4 ITF |
| Highest ranking | No. 203 (3 November 2014) |
| Grand Slam doubles results | |
| Australian Open | 2R (2013) |
| French Open | 1R (2011, 2013, 2014, 2015) |
| Wimbledon | 2R (2014) |
| US Open | 1R (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015) |
| Grand Slam mixed doubles results | |
| Wimbledon | 2R (2014) |
| Team competitions | |
| Fed Cup | F (2012), record 6–11 |
Bojana Jovanovski Petrović (born on December 31, 1991) is a former professional tennis player from Serbia. She was known for her strong and aggressive style of play.
During her career, Bojana won two singles titles on the WTA Tour, which is a top-level tennis circuit for women. She also won one singles title on the WTA 125 series. Her highest singles ranking was world No. 32, which she reached on August 4, 2014. In doubles, her best ranking was No. 203. She also proudly represented her country, Serbia, in the Fed Cup competition.
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Early Life and Junior Tennis Years
Bojana started playing tennis when she was seven years old. She trained at the Red Star Tennis Club in Belgrade. By the age of 12, she was already a champion, winning the Serbian national under-14 championships. She also reached the finals of the under-16 championships.
In 2006, Bojana decided to become a professional tennis player. She played her first junior tournament in Pančevo, Serbia. She also reached the finals of the Heiveld Indoor Junior Championships that year. In 2007, she won junior events in Italy and reached other finals.
Bojana played in many junior Grand Slam tournaments. Her best result was at Wimbledon in 2007, where she made it to the quarterfinals. In 2008, she continued to play in junior Grand Slams, reaching the quarterfinals at the Australian Open and Wimbledon. Her highest junior ranking was world No. 5 in April 2008.
Professional Career Highlights
Starting Out: 2006–2009
Bojana began her professional journey on the ITF Circuit in 2006. Two years later, she won her first ITF title in Prokuplje, Serbia. She reached three more finals in 2008, winning two of them.
In 2009, she continued to play on the ITF Circuit, reaching the semifinals in several events. She also tried to qualify for the US Open. Towards the end of 2009, she reached two ITF finals in Asia.
WTA Tour Debut: 2010
Bojana started 2010 by reaching the semifinals of an ITF tournament. She then played in the qualification rounds for the Australian Open. She also joined the Serbian Fed Cup team.
Bojana received a special invitation, called a wildcard, to play in the main draw of the Malaysian Open. This was her first time playing on the main WTA Tour. She won her first match but then lost to a top player, Elena Dementieva. She continued to play in more WTA tournaments, showing her skills against experienced players.
At Wimbledon, she won her first-round match, which helped her ranking rise to world No. 93. Later that year, she qualified for the China Open, a very important tournament. There, she beat her good friend and former world No. 1, Jelena Janković. This was her first win against a top-ten player. She finished the year as the youngest player in the top 100 rankings.
Breakthrough Year: 2011
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Bojana had a great start to 2011. She reached her first WTA Tour semifinal at the Sydney International. At the Australian Open, she won her first-round match.
She played a key role for the Serbia Fed Cup team in 2011. She won both of her singles matches against Canada, helping Serbia move forward in the competition. For her excellent performance, she received the Heart Award in March 2011.
Bojana continued to play in many WTA events, often reaching the second or third rounds. She showed her fighting spirit, even against top players like Caroline Wozniacki and Maria Sharapova.
First WTA Title: 2012
Bojana started 2012 by playing in the Brisbane International. She also helped the Serbia Fed Cup team advance to the semifinals.
Her biggest achievement in 2012 was winning her first WTA Tour title at the Baku Cup. She was the fifth seed and played very well throughout the tournament. In the final, she defeated Julia Cohen to claim her first championship.
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After her win, she continued to compete, reaching the semifinals at the Texas Open. At the US Open, she won her first-round match.
The Serbian Fed Cup team, including Bojana, reached the final of the 2012 World Group Final. Even though they didn't win the final, the team was honored with the Award of Olympic Committee of Serbia as the Women's Team of the Year for their success.
Best Grand Slam Result: 2013
Bojana had a strong start to 2013. At the Australian Open, she had her best-ever performance at a Grand Slam tournament. She reached the fourth round, winning against tough opponents before losing to Sloane Stephens.
Despite some tough losses in the Fed Cup, Bojana showed her strength by beating former world No. 1, Caroline Wozniacki, twice in a row at the Italian Open and French Open.
In September 2013, Bojana won her second WTA Tour title at the Tashkent Open. She played seven matches in eight days to win the championship. She also won a WTA 125 event in Ningbo, China. She finished the season well, reaching the quarterfinals in Luxembourg.
Injuries and Comeback: 2014-2018
In 2014, Bojana faced challenges due to a wrist injury. This forced her to miss several tournaments. Despite the injury, she had a memorable moment at Wimbledon. She upset the eighth seed, Victoria Azarenka, in a thrilling three-set match to reach the third round. This was her fourth win against a top-10 player.
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She reached another final at the Baku Cup and the quarterfinals in Washington. However, injuries continued to affect her performance.
In 2015, Bojana continued to struggle with her form. She managed to win back-to-back matches at the Italian Open, beating some strong players.
By 2016, her wrist and shoulder injuries became very serious. She played only a few matches and decided to have surgery in July 2016. This meant she had to take a long break from tennis to recover. She spent over a year in rehabilitation, working hard to get back on court.
Bojana made a comeback in January 2018, playing her first tournament after almost two years. However, she announced her retirement from professional tennis on November 28, 2018.
Final Retirement: 2021
Bojana became eligible to play professional tournaments again in November 2020. However, she later announced her final retirement on November 20, 2021, without playing any more comeback matches.
Playing Style and Equipment
Bojana Jovanovski Petrović was known for her aggressive playing style. She liked to hit the ball hard from the baseline. Her favorite shot was her forehand, and she preferred playing on hard court surfaces.
She used Head rackets and wore Adidas sports gear during her matches.
Personal Life
Bojana was born to her father, Zoran, who was a former football player, and her mother, Snežana. She also has a sister named Viktorija. Her father, who was also her coach, introduced her to tennis when she was seven.
Bojana looked up to tennis star Maria Sharapova, admiring her aggressive play and strong personality. She is also good friends with fellow Serbian tennis player Jelena Janković. Bojana speaks both Serbian and English fluently. In November 2016, she married her boyfriend, Miloš Petrović.
There was once a rumor that Bojana might play for Macedonia. However, her father quickly denied this, saying the rumor was false and likely started because of her last name.
Awards
- 2011 – Fed Cup Heart Award (for her great performances in the Fed Cup)
- 2012 – Award of Olympic Committee of Serbia for Women's Team of the Year (as part of the Serbia Fed Cup team)
Images for kids
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Jovanovski at the 2012 US Open
See also
In Spanish: Bojana Jovanovski para niños
