Madison Keys’ Grand Slam window wasn’t just closing. It had been slammed shut. She has always been an excellent player, but it felt like women’s tennis had passed her by. Far from her peak in 2017, when she was ranked No.

Australian Open champion Madison Keys credits therapy with helping her understand herself, and that helped her become a better tennis player.

Madison Keys and her husband and coach Bjorn Fratengelo, shed tears of joy after her breakthrough Australian Open triumph.

Madison Keys appeared destined for a Grand Slam trophy. Sixteen years later on a breezy night in Melbourne, she held it in her hands.

Madison Keys won her first grand slam title at the 2025 Australian Open, defeating No. 1 seed Aryna Sabalenka in the final on Saturday. Keys beat