Storm Hunter
An Australian doubles dynamo who raced to the world number one ranking with relentless energy and a trademark left-handed serve.
Born 1994 (age 32)·Australian tennis player·Birthday: August 11·Millennials
Biography
Storm Hunter rose to world number one in doubles in 2023, becoming just the third Australian woman to hold that spot. Born in 1994, she balanced grinding out singles qualifiers with brilliant doubles success, where her explosive lefty serve, net prowess, and infectious competitive spirit made her a coveted partner. A series of major finals and a title at the WTA Finals catapulted her to the top ranking. While her singles ranking also climbed to a career-high, it is in doubles that she has built her legacy — a fearless, agile competitor who thrives under pressure. She has led Australia to Billie Jean King Cup success, proving there are many ways to reach the summit of tennis.
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.
Storm was born in 1994, 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 Storm Was Born
The biggest hits of 1994
#1 Movie
The Lion King
Best Picture
Forrest Gump
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Storm's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1994Born
Nelson Mandela elected president of South Africa
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $90,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"The Sign" — Ace of BaseBest Picture: Forrest Gump
1999Started school
Columbine shooting; Y2K panic builds
Gas: $1.17/galHome: $113,900Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Believe" — CherBest Picture: American Beauty
2007Became a teenager
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2010Could drive
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2012Could vote
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2015Turned 21
Paris climate agreement; same-sex marriage legalized in the US
Gas: $2.43/galHome: $171,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Uptown Funk" — Mark Ronson ft. Bruno MarsBest Picture: Spotlight
2024Turned 30
AI reshapes industries; Paris Olympics
Gas: $3.31/galHome: $372,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Espresso" — Sabrina CarpenterBest Picture: Anora
2026Age 32 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Achieved the World No. 1 ranking in doubles on November 6, 2023.
- Won the 2023 WTA Finals doubles title with partner Elise Mertens.
- Reached the women's doubles final at Wimbledon in 2023.
- Helped lead the Australian team to the 2023 Billie Jean King Cup final.
Did You Know?
She was formerly known as Storm Sanders before her marriage in 2022.
She is a left-handed player.
She has represented Australia in the Olympics in both doubles and mixed doubles.
She reached a career-high singles ranking of World No. 114 while primarily focusing on doubles.
“I love the battle, the problem-solving of a doubles match.”
