Every tennis player—whether a rising junior or a seasoned professional—shares one dream: to claim a Grand Slam title. These prestigious events include the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open.
Over the years, tennis has seen incredible athletes rise to greatness by conquering these stages. As of July 2025, here’s an updated rundown of the players who have claimed the most Grand Slam singles titles in history.
🏆 Men’s Singles Grand Slam Champions
1. Novak Djokovic – 24 Grand Slam Titles
Djokovic stands alone at the top with a record-breaking 24 Grand Slam singles titles. The Serbian maestro has dominated across all surfaces with unmatched consistency and mental resilience.
- Australian Open: 10 titles
- French Open: 3 titles
- Wimbledon: 7 titles
- US Open: 4 titles
His versatility, longevity, and ability to rise to the occasion cement his legacy as one of the greatest to ever play the sport.
2. Rafael Nadal – 22 Titles
Known as the “King of Clay,” Nadal carved out a legendary career with an astounding 14 French Open crowns. The Spanish warrior recently retired, leaving behind a legacy of grit and dominance on clay.
3. Roger Federer – 20 Titles
Federer’s elegance and precision made him a fan favorite. His record 8 Wimbledon titles showcase his grass-court mastery.
4. Pete Sampras – 14 Titles
A dominant force in the 1990s, Sampras thrived especially at Wimbledon and the US Open, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.
5. Björn Borg & Rod Laver – 11 Titles Each
Borg dazzled with his clay and grass dominance, while Laver remains the only player to achieve the calendar Grand Slam twice—a feat unmatched in tennis history.
🎾 Women’s Singles Grand Slam Champions
1. Margaret Court – 24 Grand Slam Titles
The Australian legend still holds the record for the most women’s Grand Slam singles titles. Though many of her wins came before the Open Era, her reign remains iconic.
- Australian Open: 11 titles
- French Open: 5 titles
- Wimbledon: 3 titles
- US Open: 5 titles
2. Serena Williams – 23 Grand Slam Titles
A modern-day icon, Serena dominated the Open Era with explosive power, unmatched intensity, and incredible longevity.
- Australian Open: 7 titles
- French Open: 3 titles
- Wimbledon: 7 titles
- US Open: 6 titles
3. Steffi Graf – 22 Titles
Graf made history by achieving the Golden Slam in 1988—winning all four majors and Olympic gold in the same year.
4. Helen Wills Moody – 19 Titles
A trailblazer of the early 20th century, Wills Moody brought global attention to women’s tennis with her dominance.
5. Martina Navratilova & Chris Evert – 18 Titles Each
Their fierce rivalry defined women’s tennis in the 70s and 80s, inspiring a generation and elevating the sport’s global appeal.
