23 years old
2010 WTA singles ranking: #18
2009 Hot 100 rank: #2
The Russian had an irregular season burdened with physical problems. However, she still managed to reach 5 WTA finals winning two titles (Memphis, Strasbourg) and to complete her 7th consecutive Top-20 finish. And it seems that in 2011 she's back at her best, as she has recovered the Top-10 status she lost two years ago. Nevertheless, she never lost her status as one of the most beautiful and charismatic tennis stars.
