Yulia Putintseva is set to face Wimbledon champion Markéta Vondroušová in the second round of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open

Kazakhstani tennis player Yulia Putintseva is set to face Wimbledon champion Markéta Vondroušová in the second round of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open on February 5, 2025. This marks their fourth meeting, with Vondroušová leading their head-to-head record 2-1.

Putintseva, currently ranked 21st in the world, achieved a career milestone by breaking into the top 20 at the age of 30. However, a period of inactivity following the Australian Open caused a slight dip in her ranking.

In her most recent Grand Slam appearance at the Australian Open, Putintseva was defeated in the first round by Daria Kasatkina.

The upcoming match against Vondroušová presents an opportunity for Putintseva to advance further in the tournament and regain momentum in her 2025 season.       Yulia Antonovna Putintseva, born on January 7, 1995, in Moscow, Russia, is a professional tennis player who represents Kazakhstan. Standing at 1.63 meters (5 feet 4 inches) tall, she plays right-handed with a two-handed backhand. As of January 27, 2025, she achieved a career-high singles ranking of world No. 20.

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Family and Early Life

Yulia was born to parents Anton Putintsev and Anna Putintseva and has a brother named Ilya. Introduced to sports by her father, she began practicing tennis at the Spartak Tennis Club in Moscow. After winning an under-14 event, she moved to Paris to train at the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy. In June 2012, she started representing Kazakhstan in professional tennis.

Professional Career

Putintseva turned professional in 2009. She has secured three singles titles on the WTA Tour and reached the quarterfinals in Grand Slam tournaments three times: twice at the French Open (2016, 2018) and once at the US Open (2020). Her favorite playing surface is clay, and she idolized players Martina Hingis and Justine Henin during her formative years.

Earnings and Net Worth

As of January 2025, Yulia Putintseva has accumulated career prize money totaling approximately $8.7 million. Her net worth is estimated to be around $7 million, which includes earnings from endorsements and sponsorships. She has apparel sponsorship deals with K-Swiss and a racquet sponsorship with Babolat, using the Babolat Pure Drive racquet.

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Recent Highlights

In 2024, Putintseva won the Birmingham Open, marking her third WTA singles title. She also reached the fourth round at Wimbledon that year, showcasing her versatility across different playing surfaces.

Yulia Putintseva continues to be a prominent figure in women’s tennis, known for her competitive spirit and consistent performances on the WTA Tour.

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