Jelena Dokic is a talented Australian tennis commentator and studio analyst, known for her extensive knowledge of the sport.
Prior to her successful commentary career, she was a professional tennis player, reaching a career-high ranking of world number 4 in August 2002.
During her time on the WTA Tour, she won on every surface, demonstrating her versatility and playing skills.
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- Full name: Jelena Dokic
- Stage name: Jelena Dokic
- Date of birth: April 12, 1983
- Age: 41 years old
- Place of birth: Osijek, Croatia
- Nationality: Australian
- Occupation: Australian tennis commentator and studio analyst
- Height: 1.76 m
- Parents: Damir Dokić and Ljiljana Dokić
- Siblings: 1, Savo Dokić
- Spouse: Unknown
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $1-5 million
Early life and education
Jelena Dokic was born on April 12, 1983 in Osijek, Croatia. She was raised by her parents, Damir Dokić and Ljiljana Dokić, and grew up with her brother, Savo Dokić.
Dokic attended Fairfield High School and has opened up about her difficult childhood, which included living in poverty and even living in a rat-infested shed when her family moved from Croatia to Serbia.
Career
Jelena Dokic’s tennis career has been filled with remarkable achievements and challenges. She showed great promise from a young age, inspired by the legendary Monica Seles, and became the ITF Junior World Champion in 1998.
Despite facing adversity, including fleeing war with her family and settling in a new country, Dokic continued to excel, surprising the world with a surprise win over world No. 1 Martina Hingis at Wimbledon in 1999.
She continued her rise to the top, reaching the Wimbledon semi-finals in 2000 and reaching a career-high ranking of world number four in 2002. Dokic’s success on all surfaces cemented her place in Australian tennis history.
Dokic has faced many challenges throughout her tennis career, including personal struggles and injuries, which have seen her rankings decline.
However, in 2009 she made an incredible comeback, reaching the quarterfinals of the Australian Open and winning her first WTA title in years.
Despite retiring from tennis in 2014, Dokic’s legacy lives on as she is now a respected tennis commentator and analyst in Australia. Her autobiography, Unbreakabledetails her inspiring journey of resilience and overcoming adversity.
Dokic’s story is an inspiration to many, demonstrating the power of determination and hard work to achieve success.
Awards and nominations
- Achieved a career-high ranking of world number 4 in singles.
- Won the 1998 US Open junior championship.
- Reached Wimbledon semi-finals in 2000.
- Won her first WTA Tour women’s singles title in 2001 in Rome.
Social media
- Instagram name: @dokic_jelena
Personal life
Jelena Dokic has faced many challenges in her personal life. She has been in a long-term relationship with Tin Bikic for almost 19 years and has plans to start a family together.
However, in 2021, they announced their separation, ending their relationship. Despite the heartbreak, Dokic has expressed his desire to have children in the future and is open to adoption.
In addition to difficulties in love and relationships, Dokic also struggled with mental health issues.
She has been open about her struggles with eating disorders and suicidal thoughts, which she attributes to abuse by her father during her tennis career.
Net worth
Jelena Dokic’s professional achievements as a tennis player and her expertise in the tennis field have contributed greatly to her success as a commentator and studio analyst.
Her net worth is estimated to be between $1-5 million, a testament to her hard work and dedication throughout her career. She continues to inspire young players and fans with her passion and knowledge for the sport.
