Meet our speaker - Simona Halep

Simona Halep

Simona Halep

Simona Halep

BIO

Simona Halep is one of Romania’s most celebrated athletes and a global icon in the world of tennis. Her career is a testament to extraordinary discipline, mental strength, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Known for her fierce determination and strategic brilliance on the court, Simona has inspired millions through her journey from a young hopeful to a world champion.
She held the WTA World No. 1 ranking for 64 weeks, including year-end No. 1 in both 2017 and 2018, and remained in the Top 10 for 373 consecutive weeks between 2014 and 2021 — one of the longest streaks in WTA history.

Simona reached five Grand Slam finals, winning the French Open in 2018 and Wimbledon in 2019, and was a finalist at theAustralian Open in 2018 and the French Open in 2014 and 2017. With 24 WTA singles titles and over $40 million in career prize money, she ranks third in earnings behind Serena and Venus Williams.

Beyond her athletic achievements, Simona Halep is a national role model, admired for her humility, resilience, and deep connection to her Romanian roots. She represents not only sporting excellence but also the spirit of perseverance and pride that defines a nation.