The Australian Open has played a pivotal role in shaping women’s tennis history. From the amateur era to the modern power game, Melbourne has crowned champions who combined athleticism, mental strength, and innovation to dominate the sport’s biggest stage.
Here are the greatest women’s singles champions in Australian Open history.
Margaret Court
Margaret Court stands alone as the most successful champion in Australian Open history.
Australian Open titles: 11
Total Grand Slam titles: 24 (all-time record)
Era: 1960s–1970s
Her dominance at home set an unmatched standard and laid the foundation for the tournament’s prestige in women’s tennis.
Serena Williams
The Australian Open was Serena Williams’ most successful Grand Slam.
Australian Open titles: 7
Finals record: 7–0
Strengths: Power, aggression, and mental dominance
Time and again, Serena produced her most commanding performances on Melbourne’s hard courts. A look here at Achievements of Serena Williams
Steffi Graf
Steffi Graf’s speed, footwork, and tactical intelligence made her a force in Melbourne.
Australian Open titles: 4
Style: All-court excellence and precision
Legacy: One of the most complete players in tennis history
Graf’s success at the Australian Open reinforced her status as a generational great. Take a look here at Best Performances of Steffi Graf
Monica Seles
At her peak, Monica Seles was virtually unbeatable at the Australian Open.
Australian Open titles: 4
Defining trait: Explosive two-handed power
Impact: Revolutionised aggressive baseline tennis
Her dominance in Melbourne remains one of the most feared runs in women’s tennis history.
Women’s Honourable Mentions
Martina Hingis – Three-time champion and tactical mastermind
Evonne Goolagong – Australian icon and multiple-time winner
From Margaret Court’s historic reign to Serena Williams’ modern dominance, the Australian Open has crowned women’s singles champions who reshaped the sport. Melbourne continues to be a tournament where greatness is defined, tested, and remembered.
