Beatriz Haddad Maia, commonly known as Bia, is a Brazilian professional tennis player who has taken the tennis world by storm with her unwavering talent and determination.
Born on May 30, 1996 in São Paulo, Brazil, Bia has become a formidable force in tennis, leaving her mark with her powerful serves, graceful footwork and resilient spirit.
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- Full name: Beatriz Haddad Maia
- Nickname: Beer
- Date of birth: May 30, 1996
- Age: 28 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Nationality: Brazilian
- Occupation: Tennis player
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters)
- Parents: Marco Haddad Maia and Lucia Machado Haddad Maia
- Siblings: Two older sisters, Bárbara and Bruna
- Spouse: None
- Children: None
- Relationship status: Single
- Net worth: $2 million
Early life and education
Beatriz Haddad Maia, commonly known as Bia, was born and raised in São Paulo, Brazil, on May 30, 1996. She is currently 28 years old.
Her journey as a tennis player began at a young age. Growing up in São Paulo, she was introduced to the sport by her parents, Marco Haddad Maia and Lucia Machado Haddad Maia, both tennis enthusiasts.
Bia was raised with two sisters named Bárbara and Bruna.
By the age of 16, she had established herself as a formidable force on the international stage, representing Brazil in various youth tournaments and demonstrating her immense potential.
Personal life
Bia has a rather private life off the court, but her endearing smile and genuine warmth have won her many fans around the world.
Known for her friendly and positive attitude, she has received much praise for her athletic talent and lovable personality.
However, she has not revealed details about her love life.
Career
Bia’s professional tennis career has been nothing short of remarkable. Turning pro in 2015, she made an immediate impact, winning her first ITF title in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil.
Since then, she has continued to demonstrate her skills, winning numerous ITF and WTA titles, steadily climbing the rankings and cementing her status as one of the most promising players in women’s tennis.
Bia’s breakthrough came in 2022 when she reached a career-high ranking of No. 15 globally. That season, she shocked the tennis world by defeating some of the highest-ranked opponents, including former world number one Simona Halep and reigning US Open champion Emma Raducanu.
Her impressive performances have earned her rave reviews and cemented her status as a formidable contender on the WTA Tour.
Prize
- WTA Most Improved Player of the Year: 2022.
- WTA Fan Favorite Shot of the Year: 2022.
- WTA Newcomer of the Year: 2017.
- ITF World Junior Champion: 2014.
- South American Games Women’s Doubles Gold Medal: 2014.
Net worth
Bia’s successful tennis career has contributed to her net worth reaching $2 million.
Her income comes mainly from tournament winnings, endorsement deals and sponsorships.
Social media
- Instagram: @biahaddadmaia
- Twitter: @biahaddadmaia
