Top five tennis players who have also worked as professional models

Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Serena Williams, and Maria Sharapova have featured as models for different brands.

While tennis is considered a sport of flexibility and hard work, it has also been associated with modeling. The likes of Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Serena Williams, and Maria Sharapova have modelled for various brands and multiple tournaments.

However, some stars have signed deals with different companies. On the other hand, some have even quit tennis and are doing full-time modelling. In this article, we take a look at five tennis players who have either completely transitioned from tennis to modelling or are pursuing both careers simultaneously.

5. Adi Spiegelman

Former Israeli tennis player Adi Spiegelman retired from the sport to pursue a full-time modelling career. In addition to being a renowned model, she is passionate about painting.

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Spiegelman often shares images of her paintings on social media alongside her modelling stills. She recently featured on the cover of the Israeli women’s magazine LaIsha.

4. Jack Draper

Last year’s US Open semi-finalist, Jack Draper, has already been compared to three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray.

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However, the 23-year-old still has a long way to go in professional tennis, with his sights set on excelling at the 2025 US Open. Meanwhile, the Briton has also been working as a model for multiple brands. Draper is the brand ambassador for Burberry and was featured in Vogue magazine earlier this year.

3. Carson Branstine 

Carson Branstine, who made her Wimbledon debut last month against WTA World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, is a professional model reportedly signed to two agencies.

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Her modelling career helps fund her tennis expenses, and she frequently shares pictures on social media. Currently ranked 191 on the WTA Tour, the 24-year-old is yet to win a professional singles title.

2. Matteo Berrettini

Known for his all-court prowess, Matteo Berrettini is also famous for his looks. The Italian tennis star, who regularly models for Hugo Boss, has impressed fans both on and off the court.

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Berrettini represents IMG Models. He has walked the runway at Milan Fashion Week and appeared in various fashion campaigns. Last year, American tennis star Taylor Fritz also joined Berrettini at Milan Fashion Week.

1. Anna Kournikova

Two-time doubles Grand Slam champion Anna Kournikova had a short but memorable tennis career. While playing professionally between 1995 and 2003, she also modelled for Berlei.

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Later, she made a brief appearance in the American movie Me, Myself & Irene, which also starred Jim Carrey. After retiring from tennis, she continued modelling and appeared on multiple magazine covers, including Sports Illustrated.

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