ROLAND GARROS REVIEW

12 Love 15

Who are the 15 most inspirational women in tennis? We consider the biggest game changers in the past 50 years.

Features

18 True Connections

With lifelong friendships formed through the sport, Casey Dellacqua reflects on the proud history of camaraderie in Australian tennis.

27 The Swiatek Effect

Iga Swiatek is inspiring her contemporaries to greater heights and creating a thrilling new level in the women’s game.

22 Leading Ladies

The 28 women who have held the world No.1 singles ranking over the past five decades showcased individual qualities that inspired many other players.

EDITOR

Vivienne Christie

ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Leigh Rogers

DESIGN

Andrea Williamson

Craig Holes

FOUNDING EDITOR

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30 Deeper Meaning

As Elina Svitolina lit up Roland Garros in her return to a major quarterfinal, she also provided a powerful voice for her native Ukraine.

32 Mums On Tour

The recent returns of new mothers Taylor Townsend and Barbora Strycova highlights a growing trend in the women’s game.

34 No Limits

From volunteers to executives, a rising number of women pursuing off-court careers are setting a valuable benchmark in the sport.

38 Birrell Brilliance

After numerous injury setbacks, Australian Kimberly Birrell is in sensational form and verging on a top-100 breakthrough.

70 Women Supporting Women

Women are increasingly turning to each other for powerful learning and mentoring opportunities in the Australian coaching community.

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23 And Counting

Novak Djokovic reigned supreme at Roland Garros to earn a men's record 23rd Grand Slam singles title.

50 SWIATEK’S “SURREAL” SWEEP

Polish star Iga Swiatek claimed her third Roland Garros title in style, proving why she is the world’s top-ranked woman.