Zhang Shuai facts for kids

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Zhang Shuai
张帅

Zhang at the 2025 DC Open
Country (sports)	China
Residence	Tianjin, China
Born	(1989-01-21) 21 January 1989 (age 37) Tianjin, China
Height	1.77 m (5 ft 10 in)
Turned pro	2003
Plays	Right (two-handed backhand)
Coach	Liu Shuo
Prize money	US $11,881,773
Official website	zhang-shuai.com
Singles
Career record	587–439 (57.21%)
Career titles	3
Highest ranking	No. 22 (16 January 2023)
Current ranking	No. 73 (12 January 2026)
Grand Slam singles results
Australian Open	QF (2016)
French Open	4R (2020)
Wimbledon	QF (2019)
US Open	4R (2022)
Other tournaments
Olympic Games	2R (2016)
Doubles
Career record	396–309 (56.17%)
Career titles	16
Highest ranking	No. 2 (11 July 2022)
Current ranking	No. 14 (27 October 2025)
Grand Slam doubles results
Australian Open	W (2019, 2026)
French Open	QF (2019)
Wimbledon	F (2022)
US Open	W (2021)
Other doubles tournaments
Tour Finals	SF (2019)
Olympic Games	2R (2016)
Grand Slam mixed doubles results
Australian Open	SF (2022)
French Open	SF (2025)
Wimbledon	SF (2021, 2025)
US Open	SF (2018, 2022)
Team competitions
Fed Cup	13–9 (59.09%)
Medal record Women's tennis Representing  China Asian Games Gold 2010 Guangzhou Team event Silver 2014 Incheon Team event Silver 2018 Jakarta-Palembang Singles East Asian Games Silver 2009 Hong Kong Singles Bronze 2009 Hong Kong Doubles

Zhang Shuai (Chinese: 张帅; pinyin: Zhāng Shuài; born January 21, 1989) is a professional tennis player from China. She is known for her powerful game and has achieved great success in doubles, winning three major Grand Slam titles. She also reached a career-high ranking of world No. 2 in doubles in July 2022. In singles, Zhang has won three WTA Tour titles and reached the quarterfinals at two Grand Slam events. She has proudly represented China in many international competitions, including the Olympic Games.

Meet Zhang Shuai: A Tennis Star

Zhang Shuai is a talented tennis player from Tianjin, China. She started playing tennis when she was just six years old. Her parents, a former football player and a former basketball player, introduced her to the sport.

Rising Through the Ranks

Zhang turned professional in 2003. She spent her early years competing in smaller tournaments, where she won several titles. These early wins helped her improve her skills and climb the world rankings.

Grand Slam Glory in Doubles

Zhang Shuai has had amazing success in Grand Slam doubles tournaments. She won the Australian Open in 2019 and the US Open in 2021, both with her partner Samantha Stosur. Most recently, she won the Australian Open again in 2026, this time with Elise Mertens. She also reached the finals at Wimbledon in 2022 and the US Open in 2024. Her doubles achievements led her to become the world No. 2 in doubles in July 2022.

Singles Success and Milestones

In singles, Zhang has won three WTA Tour titles. She claimed victories at the Guangzhou International in 2013 and 2017, and the Lyon Open in 2022. She also reached the quarterfinals at two major Grand Slam events: the Australian Open in 2016 and Wimbledon in 2019. These were big achievements, making her one of only a few Chinese players to reach this stage.

Representing Her Country

Zhang Shuai has been a proud member of the Chinese national tennis team since 2009. She has also competed for China at the 2012, 2016, and 2024 Olympic Games, showing her dedication to her country.

Zhang Shuai's Journey Through the Years

Making Her Professional Debut (2003-2011)

Zhang started her professional tennis journey in 2003. She spent several years gaining experience on the ITF Women's Circuit, winning many smaller tournaments. These early years were important for building her skills and confidence.

Olympic Dreams and First Big Wins (2012-2014)

In 2012, Zhang made her Olympic debut in doubles at the London Games. The following year, 2013, was special as she won her first WTA Tour singles title at the Guangzhou Open. She continued to compete in many tournaments, gaining valuable experience against top players.

Grand Slam Breakthrough (2016)

The year 2016 marked a major turning point for Zhang Shuai. After many attempts, she finally broke her streak of first-round losses at Grand Slams by reaching the quarterfinals of the Australian Open. This incredible achievement brought her much attention and significantly boosted her ranking.

More Titles and Top Rankings (2017-2021)

Zhang continued her success, winning her second WTA singles title at the Guangzhou Open in 2017. In 2019, she achieved her first Grand Slam doubles title at the Australian Open with Samantha Stosur. That same year, she reached the singles quarterfinals at Wimbledon. In 2021, she and Stosur won another major doubles title at the US Open.

Reaching World No. 2 and Major Finals (2022)

The year 2022 was outstanding for Zhang Shuai. She won her third WTA singles title at the Lyon Open. In doubles, she reached the final of Wimbledon with Elise Mertens and achieved a career-high ranking of world No. 2. She also made it to the fourth round of the US Open in singles, completing the feat of reaching the second week at all four Grand Slams.

Overcoming Challenges and New Victories (2023-2026)

In 2023, Zhang won a WTA 500 doubles title at the Abu Dhabi Open with Luisa Stefani. After facing some challenges and a long losing streak in singles in 2024, she made an incredible comeback at the China Open. There, she defeated a top-10 player and reached the quarterfinals, showing great determination. She also reached the doubles final at the US Open with Kristina Mladenovic. In 2025, she continued to perform well in doubles, winning the Washington Open with Taylor Townsend. Most recently, in 2026, Zhang Shuai won her third Grand Slam doubles title at the Australian Open with Elise Mertens.

Beyond the Court

Zhang Shuai is coached by Liu Shuo. Her parents, Zhang Zhiqiang and Wang Fengqin, were also athletes. Her English name is Rose. Fellow tennis players often describe Zhang as one of the kindest players on the tour. She has mentioned that she hopes to open a coffee bar after she retires from tennis.

Key Career Achievements

Grand Slam Doubles Finals

Zhang Shuai has played in five Grand Slam doubles finals, winning three of them.

Result	Year	Tournament	Surface	Partner	Opponents	Score
Win	2019	Australian Open	Hard	Samantha Stosur	Tímea Babos Kristina Mladenovic	6–3, 6–4
Win	2021	US Open	Hard	Samantha Stosur	Coco Gauff Caty McNally	6–3, 3–6, 6–3
Loss	2022	Wimbledon	Grass	Elise Mertens	Barbora Krejčíková Kateřina Siniaková	2–6, 4–6
Loss	2024	US Open	Hard	Kristina Mladenovic	Jeļena Ostapenko Lyudmyla Kichenok	4–6, 3–6
Win	2026	Australian Open (2)	Hard	Elise Mertens	Anna Danilina Aleksandra Krunić	7–6(7–4), 6–4

Images for kids

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  Zhang at the 2013 French Open

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  Zhang at the 2019 Wimbledon Championships

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  Zhang with Taylor Townsend at the 2025 DC Open

See also

In Spanish: Zhang Shuai para niños