Aleksandra Krunić
A versatile Serbian tennis player who forged a formidable doubles career, reaching the pinnacle of the game's elite partnerships.
Born 1993 (age 33)·Serbian tennis player·Birthday: March 15·Millennials
Biography
Aleksandra Krunić's tennis journey is a story of adaptability and grit. Bursting onto the scene as a promising singles player, she cracked the top 40 and claimed a WTA title, demonstrating a game built on sharp angles and relentless defense. Yet, it was in doubles where her tactical intelligence and seamless coordination with partners like Anna Danilina truly flourished. She transformed into a specialist, her quick hands and net presence propelling her to consecutive Grand Slam finals at the French and Australian Opens. This ascent lifted her into the world's top 10, cementing her status as a doubles force. Krunić's career embodies the modern athlete's path, mastering one discipline while remaining a dangerous opponent in another.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Aleksandra was born in 1993, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Aleksandra Was Born
The biggest hits of 1993
#1 Movie
Jurassic Park
Best Picture
Schindler's List
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
Aleksandra's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1993Born
European Union officially established
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $86,600Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"I Will Always Love You" — Whitney HoustonBest Picture: Schindler's List
1998Started school
Google founded; Clinton impeachment
Gas: $1.06/galHome: $107,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Too Close" — NextBest Picture: Shakespeare in Love
2006Became a teenager
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2009Could drive
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2011Could vote
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2014Turned 21
Russia annexes Crimea; Ebola outbreak in West Africa
Gas: $3.37/galHome: $160,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Happy" — Pharrell WilliamsBest Picture: Birdman
2023Turned 30
ChatGPT goes mainstream; Israel-Hamas war begins
Gas: $3.52/galHome: $361,600Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Flowers" — Miley CyrusBest Picture: Oppenheimer
2026Age 33 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Reached the women's doubles final at both the 2025 French Open and the 2026 Australian Open.
- Achieved a career-high doubles ranking of world No. 8 in February 2026.
- Won nine WTA Tour doubles titles alongside her singles crown.
- Attained a best singles ranking of No. 39 in 2018, showcasing all-court versatility.
Did You Know?
She is a left-handed player who uses a two-handed backhand.
She won her first WTA singles title at the 2018 Jiangxi Open in China.
She has represented Serbia in Billie Jean King Cup (formerly Fed Cup) competition.
Before her Grand Slam doubles finals, she won a WTA 125 series singles title in 2021.
“My game is about constructing the point, not just hitting the ball.”
