Sandra Zaniewska is a Polish tennis coach and former professional player who had a successful career on the ITF Circuit from 2006 to 2017, winning 10 singles titles and 7 doubles titles. After retiring, she transitioned to coaching, working with WTA players like Petra Martić, Alizé Cornet, and currently coaching Marta Kostyuk.
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Sandra Zaniewska’s Biography
Born on January 3, 1992, in Katowice, Poland, Sandra Zaniewska started playing tennis at the age of 10. She is the daughter of Maciej and Teresa Zaniewska and has an older brother, Bartek.
Attribute | Information |
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Full Name | Sandra Zaniewska |
Date of Birth | January 3, 1992 |
Birthplace | Katowice, Poland |
Nationality | Polish |
Turned Pro | 2006 |
Retired | 2017 |
Plays | Right-handed |
Highest Singles Ranking | 142 (August 27, 2012) |
Highest Doubles Ranking | 203 (August 27, 2012) |
Current Occupation | Tennis Coach |
Playing Career
Sandra Zaniewska’s tennis career spanned over a decade, during which she won 10 ITF singles and 7 doubles titles. In 2012, she reached her career-high WTA singles ranking of No. 142 and made her WTA main draw debut at Wimbledon after qualifying. Later that year, she claimed her first WTA main draw win at the Baku Cup, defeating Elina Svitolina. Zaniewska also reached the finals of the 2009 Australian Open girls’ doubles event with partner Aleksandra Krunić.
Coaching Career
After retiring, Zaniewska transitioned into coaching in 2017, starting with Petra Martić. Under her guidance, Martić rose to a career-high ranking of No. 15 in 2019, winning her first WTA title in Istanbul and reaching the Roland Garros quarterfinals. In 2023, Zaniewska began coaching Marta Kostyuk, helping her reach the quarterfinals of the 2024 Australian Open and a career-high ranking of World No. 26.
Sandra Zaniewska’s Net Worth
Sandra Zaniewska’s estimated net worth is $3 million as of 2024, accumulated from her prize money earnings as a player and her income as a professional coach.
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Prize Money
Sandra Zaniewska earned a total of $139,683 in career prize money on the ITF Circuit and through select WTA events.
Career Stats
Category | Statistic |
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Career Singles Titles | 10 |
Career Doubles Titles | 7 |
Highest Singles Ranking | 142 |
Highest Doubles Ranking | 203 |
Years Active (Playing) | 2006–2017 |
Achievements
- Finalist at the 2009 Australian Open girls’ doubles
- Reached a career-high singles ranking of No. 142 in August 2012
- Won 10 ITF singles titles and 7 ITF doubles titles
- Qualified for the 2012 Wimbledon main draw
- First WTA main draw win at the 2012 Baku Cup
FAQs About Sandra Zaniewska
- When was Sandra Zaniewska born?
January 3, 1992. - Where is Sandra Zaniewska from?
Katowice, Poland. - What is Sandra Zaniewska’s highest WTA singles ranking?
No. 142, achieved on August 27, 2012. - Who has Sandra Zaniewska coached?
Petra Martić, Alizé Cornet, and Marta Kostyuk. - What languages does Sandra Zaniewska speak?
Polish and English.