Martina Hingis Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 7 in |
Weight | 59 kg |
Date of Birth | September 30, 1980 |
Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Eye Color | Blue |
Martina Hingis is a Swiss former professional tennis player who is best known for being the first Swiss player, to win a major title and attain a world No. 1 ranking. She has participated in a variety of tournaments such as the WTA Tour Championship, Hopman Cup, Australian Open, Pacific Life Open, Toray Pan Pacific Open, German Open, US Open, Qatar Ladies Open, Champions Tennis League India, Family Circle Cup, Miami Open, Fed Cup, and many more. She has been sponsored by brands like Yonex, Adidas, and Sergio Tacchini. During the course of her career, Martina has been the recipient of honors like the Laureus World Sports Award for “Comeback of the Year”.
Born Name
Martina Hingisová Molitor
Nick Name
The Swiss Miss
Sun Sign
Libra
Born Place
Košice, Czechoslovakia (now in Slovakia)
Residence
Feusisberg, Switzerland
Nationality
Occupation
Professional tennis player
Family
- Father – Karol Hingis (Accomplished Tennis Player)
- Mother – Melanie Molitorová (Accomplished Tennis Player)
- Others – Andreas Zogg (Stepfather) (Computer Technician)
Manager
Octagon
Turned Pro
October 1994
Plays
Right-handed (Two-handed backhand)
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 7 in or 170 cm
Weight
59 kg or 130 pounds
Boyfriend / Spouse
Martina Hingis dated –
Race / Ethnicity
White
Hair Color
Light Brown
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
Toothy smile
Brand Endorsements
She has endorsed Asian Direct Selling Company, QNET.
Martina was the spokesperson for Sergio Tacchini, a sportswear company.
From 1999 to 2008, she was sponsored by Adidas. Then, Yonex started sponsoring her for shoes and racquets.
She has been seen in commercials for Sanex, Tonic Apparel, etc.
In 2001, she appeared in American Express credit card print ads.
Religion
Christianity
Best Known For
Playing tennis internationally and achieving world ranking #1 in both singles and doubles formats.
As per WTA, she again achieved her world ranking of #1 in doubles on January 18, 2016, after March 2000.
First Tennis Match
Martina played her first-ever professional tennis match in October 1994. She finished that year in the #87 ranking.
First Film
She first appeared in a short sports movie Martina II as herself in 1997.
In 2005, she again appeared in the sports movie Record Breakers as herself.
First Grand Slam Singles Wins
Martina won her singles Grand Slam titles for the first time in the years –
- Australian Open – 1997
- French Open – None
- Wimbledon – 1997
- US Open – 1997
Personal Trainer
She eats healthily and does horse riding a lot to stay fit. Eating in moderation is her key to stay fit. She eats almost everything like fish, pasta, veggies, meat, salads, steak, etc. She also loves Japanese food. Martina eats red meat once or twice a week.
Chocolate fudge cake with vanilla ice cream is one of her favorite desserts, but she eats it occasionally. Hingis made a rule not to eat carbs after 2 PM.
She also enjoys drinking a glass of champagne daily apart from chocolate.
To relax herself, she opts to have massages and physiotherapy.
Jogging on the beach or forest gives her the best ideas. So, she regularly goes for a fast walk or a jog.
Martina Hingis Favorite Things
- Food – Chocolate
- Place To Compete In Tennis – Australia
- Hotel – Burj Al Arab in Dubai
- Airlines – Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Emirates
Martina Hingis Facts
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