![Halep burst onto the scene as a decorated junior. Just like in her pro career, Halep was ranked No. 1 and won a Grand Slam title (2008 Roland Garros) as a junior.](https://photoresources.wtatennis.com/photo-resources/2025/02/04/0ed71dae-d7aa-4ff3-813f-669c61fd9f88/GettyImages-81491756.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.