Wimbledon is the oldest and most renowned grass court Grand Slam which began in 1884. Winning the Women’s Singles title at Wimbledon stands as the hardest challenge in tennis. Throughout the years, legends such as Dorothea Lambert Chambers, Helen Wills Moody and Serena Williams have made their mark. However, Martina Navratilova holds the record for the most wins in Wimbledon women’s singles with nine titles.
Translation (English): Tennis Netherlands against United States in The Hague. Betty Stöve (left) and Martina Navrátilová (right), File number 930-9117.
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Top 5 Most Wins in Wimbledon Women’s Singles
Here are the top 5 players with the most wins in Wimbledon women’s singles with records spanning both the Amateur Era (before 1968) and the Open Era (after professionals were allowed).
| Rank | Player | Titles |
| 1 | Martina Navratilova | 9 |
| 2 | Helen Wills Moody | 8 |
| 3 | Steffi Graf | 7 |
| 4 | Serena Williams | 7 |
| 5 | Dorothea Lambert Chambers | 7 |
Martina Navratilova (9 Titles)
Years Won: 1978, 1979, 1982-1987, 1990
Era: Open Era
Martina Navratilova is considered the greatest champion in the history of Wimbledon. She secured nine singles titles between 1978 and 1990 which is more than any other female player. Her serve-and-volley technique was ideal for grass courts allowing her to achieve six consecutive victories from 1982 to 1987. Overall, she claimed 20 Wimbledon titles in singles, doubles and mixed doubles making her the most successful player in the tournament’s history.
Helen Wills Moody (8 Titles)
Years Won: 1927-1930, 1932-1933, 1935, 1938
Era: Amateur Era
Helen Wills Moody was among the earliest real tennis legends. She won eight Wimbledon singles championships between 1927 and 1938, placing her just after Martina Navratilova’s record. Known for her calm demeanor and powerful groundstrokes, she rarely lost sets and even had an impressive winning streak at Wimbledon. Her achievements turned her into a worldwide icon and her eight titles remain the second-highest in women’s singles history.
Steffi Graf (7 Titles)
Years Won: 1988-1989, 1991-1993, 1995-1996
Era: Open Era
Steffi Graf earned recognition as one of the great champions in Wimbledon history. She won seven singles titles between 1988 and 1996, coming in behind only Navratilova and Wills Moody. Known for her speed and powerful forehand, she dominated the grass courts. Her 1988 Wimbledon victory was part of the legendary Golden Slam, winning all four majors along with Olympic gold in a single year.
Serena Williams (7 Titles)
Years Won: 2002-2003, 2009-2010, 2012, 2015-2016
Era: Open Era
Serena Williams is considered one of the greatest players in Wimbledon history. She won seven singles titles between 2002 and 2016 which ties her with Steffi Graf . She reached nine finals in the Open Era with her powerful serve and strong playing style, more than any other woman. This remarkable consistency showed she was nearly unbeatable when it mattered most.
Dorothea Lambert Chambers (7 Titles)
Years Won: 1903, 1904, 1906, 1910, 1911, 1913, 1914
Era: Amateur Era
Dorothea Lambert Chambers was a pioneer in women’s tennis. She won seven Wimbledon singles titles between 1903 and 1914, placing her alongside legends like Steffi Graf and Serena Williams. Moreover, she is recognized for her clever strategies and reliability, and she established the benchmark for early champions. As a result, she is still considered one of the most accomplished players of the Amateur Era.
