Jana Novotna was a Czech tennis player who was born on October 2, 1968, in Brno, Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic) and passed away on November 19, 2017. She was a highly accomplished professional tennis player, known for her exceptional skills on the court and her charismatic personality. Novotna is widely regarded as one of the most successful and talented tennis players of her time.
Throughout her successful career, Novotna achieved numerous accomplishments, including a total of 24 singles titles and 76 doubles titles. She was known for her powerful and versatile playing style, combining exceptional serve-and-volley skills with precise groundstrokes. Novotna was particularly renowned for her impressive net play and her ability to adapt her strategy in various match situations.
One of her most notable achievements was winning the Wimbledon Women's Singles title in 1998, after having been a finalist in 1993. Novotna also won a total of 12 Grand Slam titles in doubles and mixed doubles events, showcasing her remarkable versatility and prowess in different formats of the game.
Off the court, Novotna was widely admired and beloved for her strong sportsmanship and grace. She was known for her characteristically emotional display at the 1993 Wimbledon final, where she famously cried on the Duchess of Kent's shoulder after losing, capturing the hearts of fans worldwide.
Jana Novotna's successful career and her significant contributions to the world of tennis have solidified her status as one of the most respected and cherished athletes in the sport's history.
