Following the conclusion of the WTA Finals, the stars of women’s tennis are currently taking a well-earned rest before the season starts again in January.

It has been a thrilling year for tennis fans around the world. Ashleigh Barty retained her world number one status as she won Wimbledon, while Emma Raducanu burst onto the scene with an astonishing victory at the US Open.

Naomi Osaka started her year with her fourth Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, but has otherwise been absent from the court as she takes time to protect her mental health.

Barbora Krejčíková made a name for herself at the French Open by claiming her maiden Grand Slam title, and she now sits at world number five.

With success comes prize money. Now the season has come to an end, GiveMeSport Women is able to list the highest WTA earners of 2021. It must be noted, the below list is determined by prize money alone, and does not include sponsorship and media earnings. 

10) Maria Sakkari – $2,029,990

Maria Sakkari has enjoyed a breakthrough year, reaching the semi-finals of Roland Garros and the US Open.

The 26-year-old became the first Greek woman to break into tennis’s top 10 in September, and she is now at a career-high ranking of world number six.

Sakkari also became the first Greek player to earn a place at the WTA Finals. She reached the semi-finals at the tournament in Guadalajara, eventually falling to Anett Kontaveit.

Maria Sakkari is the tenth highest-earner in the WTA this year