The most tennis tournament wins in the Open Era belong to Jimmy Connors in men’s singles and Martina Navratilova in women’s singles. Connors won 109 tour-level titles; Navratilova won 167. Those totals include far more than Grand Slam trophies: regular tour events count too.
Title counts can be confusing because records may include different eras and levels of competition. Here, “tournament wins” means singles titles on the main professional tour, rather than match wins or doubles championships. Counts for active players can change from season to season.
Most men’s tennis tournament wins
Jimmy Connors holds the men’s Open Era record with 109 singles titles. He built that total over a long career, winning on different surfaces and at events ranging from major tournaments to smaller tour stops. His record reflects not just peak performance, but an unusual ability to keep competing and winning year after year.
Roger Federer finished with 103 tour-level singles titles, while Novak Djokovic reached the 100-title milestone in 2025 and remains an active player. Other notable totals include Ivan Lendl’s 94 and Rafael Nadal’s 92. Because Djokovic is still competing, his final career total is not yet known.
| Player | Singles titles | Why the total stands out |
|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Connors | 109 | Open Era men’s record |
| Roger Federer | 103 | Retired with more than 100 tour-level titles |
| Novak Djokovic | At least 100 | Reached 100 in 2025; still active |
| Ivan Lendl | 94 | One of the leading title winners of the 1980s |
| Rafael Nadal | 92 | Won titles across all three major playing surfaces |
These totals count tour-level singles championships, not every event a player may have won in juniors, on the Challenger circuit, or in doubles. Different databases can also treat older events differently, so comparisons are clearest when everyone is measured under the same rules.
Most women’s tennis tournament wins
Martina Navratilova holds the WTA record for singles titles, with 167. She won across several decades and was famous for combining aggressive net play with excellent fitness. Her success in singles and doubles also makes her one of the sport’s most decorated players overall, though her doubles titles are separate from her singles total.
Chris Evert is next among the leading Open Era singles champions, with 157 titles. Her consistency from the baseline helped her win on every surface, including clay, where her heavy topspin and patience made her especially tough to beat. Steffi Graf finished with 107 WTA singles titles, and Serena Williams with 73.
| Player | Singles titles | Era or record note |
|---|---|---|
| Martina Navratilova | 167 | WTA Open Era record |
| Chris Evert | 157 | Second-highest Open Era total |
| Steffi Graf | 107 | Retired with more than 100 WTA titles |
| Serena Williams | 73 | Won major titles across three decades |
Margaret Court is often credited with 192 singles tournament titles across her career, which includes the amateur era. That figure is frequently cited as the highest overall women’s total, but it is not a like-for-like comparison with the modern WTA record: the tours, event schedules, and ways of keeping records were different. For a consistent Open Era comparison, Navratilova’s 167-title mark is the clearest benchmark.
What counts as a tennis tournament win?
A tournament win, or title, means winning the championship draw. It is different from winning an individual match, and it is different from winning a Grand Slam. Tour-level counts usually include events on the ATP or WTA main tour, such as Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 tournaments, as well as smaller tour events.
- Grand Slam titles: The four biggest events: the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open.
- Tour-level titles: Championships at events on the main professional tour, including Grand Slams in many career-title databases.
- Doubles titles: Counted separately from singles titles.
- Lower-tier and exhibition wins: Usually excluded from standard ATP or WTA tour-level singles totals.
That is why a player can hold the record for most tournament wins without holding the record for most Grand Slam titles. Tour titles reward success across a full schedule, while major titles measure wins at four specific events each season.
Why Connors and Navratilova’s records are so hard to beat
Winning one tournament requires a player to handle several matches in a row, often against different styles and under changing conditions. Reaching 100 or more titles takes something extra: staying healthy, adapting as opponents learn your game, and delivering strong results across many seasons.
Connors and Navratilova also competed in large numbers of events during their careers. Modern players often manage their schedules more carefully, especially around long seasons and injury concerns. That can help them stay fresh for the biggest tournaments, but it may leave fewer chances to add titles. The records are therefore not just a measure of talent; they also reflect career length, schedule choices, and the demands of each era.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has won the most tennis tournaments in men’s singles?
Jimmy Connors holds the Open Era men’s singles record with 109 tour-level titles.
Who has won the most tennis tournaments in women’s singles?
Martina Navratilova holds the WTA Open Era singles record with 167 titles. Margaret Court is often credited with 192 across her career, including the amateur era, so that total uses a broader historical comparison.
Do Grand Slam titles count toward a player’s tournament total?
Yes. Grand Slam championships are tournament titles and are generally included in career tour-level totals. They are also tracked separately as major titles.
Are doubles championships included in singles title records?
No. Singles and doubles titles are normally listed separately. A player’s combined total across both events will be higher than their singles count.
Final Thoughts
For the clearest apples-to-apples answer, Connors leads the men’s Open Era with 109 singles titles, and Navratilova leads the women’s WTA Open Era with 167. Court’s larger historical total is worth knowing, but it spans a different competitive era. These records show how much sustained success matters: a great peak can win majors, but reaching the top of the title lists takes years of winning.
