![Alongside her Grand Slam successes, Halep has also been prolific at WTA 1000 events. She has won nine titles at that level, including three on the hard courts of Canada.](https://photoresources.wtatennis.com/photo-resources/2025/02/04/fdba3e29-82e4-415f-99b8-1a25e61f4187/Simona_Halep_-_2021_BNP_Paribas_Open_Day_5_-DSC_4491.jpg?width=451&height=268)
Madison Keys had to do it her way. From big-hitting teenage prodigy to a gritty Grand Slam champion, the 29-year-old American's journey is one to inspire. Keys kicked off the 2025 Hologic WTA Tour season with a Grand Slam run to remember, beating four Top 10 seeds, including World No.1 and No.2 back-to-back to win her first major title. How did she do it? By transforming tears into belief.
Madison Keys had to do it her way. From big-hitting teenage prodigy to a gritty Grand Slam champion, the 29-year-old American's journey is one to inspire. Keys kicked off the 2025 Hologic WTA Tour season with a Grand Slam run to remember, beating four Top 10 seeds, including World No.1 and No.2 back-to-back to win her first major title. How did she do it? By transforming tears into belief.