As the year 2025 came to a close, top tennis players, including Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff, took to social media to reflect on their memories from the past year. The 2026 season is set to begin with the United Cup, but before returning to action, players shared their thoughts on the passing year.
Iga Swiatek, who received a one-month doping suspension at the end of the 2024 season, had a notable 2025. Despite struggling on clay, her favorite surface, she emerged victorious on grass, winning her maiden Wimbledon title against Amanda Anisimova with a score of 6-0, 6-0. Swiatek finished the season as the World No. 2 and shared a series of pictures on Instagram to highlight her 2025, including her Wimbledon celebration and a picture with Carlos Alcaraz at Rafael Nadal’s farewell to Roland Garros.
Swiatek penned a note, stating that her Wimbledon triumph changed her life, allowing her to fulfill dreams that had seemed distant. She also acknowledged the importance of learning from difficult moments and moving forward. Rafael Nadal, who retired at the end of the 2024 season, also shared his 2025 moments on Instagram, including pictures from his last visit to Court Philippe-Chatrier and a golf outing with Roger Federer.
Other top players, including Coco Gauff, Carlos Alcaraz, and Aryna Sabalenka, also shared their 2025 memories on social media. The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) posted the top “snapshots from 2025” on Instagram, featuring key moments from the year, including Iga Swiatek’s Wimbledon heroics and Madison Keys’ Australian Open triumph.
As the tennis world looks to the 2026 season, players are gearing up for the United Cup and beyond. With a new year comes new opportunities, and fans can expect exciting matches and memorable moments from their favorite players. The WTA’s snapshots from 2025 serve as a reminder of the past year’s achievements and a preview of what’s to come in 2026.