Kiki Bertens is a Dutch former professional tennis player. Her highest singles ranking was world No. 4, making her the highest-ranked Dutch female player ever.
Bertens won 10 singles and 10 doubles titles on the WTA Tour, including prestigious victories at the 2018 Cincinnati Open and 2019 Madrid Open.
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Kiki Bertens’ Biography
| Detail | Information |
| Full Name | Kiki Bertens |
| Birth Date | December 10, 1991 |
| Birthplace | Wateringen, Netherlands |
| Nationality | Dutch |
| Turned Professional | 2009 |
| Current Net Worth | $10 million |
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Spouse | Remko de Rijke |
| Instagram Profile | @kikibertens |
Kiki Bertens was born on December 10, 1991, in Wateringen, a town near The Hague in the Netherlands. She has 2 sisters – 1 older and 1 younger. Her parents are Rob Bertens and Dore Bertens.
She started playing tennis at the age of 6 at ATV Berkenrode, a tennis club where her aunt and uncle played. From the age of 7, Bertens was coached by Martin van der Brugghen at the club.
Professional Career
Kiki Bertens turned pro in 2009 and steadily climbed the rankings, reaching her career-high singles ranking of World No. 4 on May 13, 2019, making her the highest-ranked Dutch female player ever.
Bertens won 10 WTA singles titles, including prestigious victories at the 2018 Cincinnati Open and 2019 Madrid Open. Her biggest achievement came in Madrid, where she became the first player to win the title without dropping a set.
Throughout her career, Bertens amassed an impressive 23 wins against Top 10 opponents, including 12 in 2018 alone. She reached the semifinals of Roland-Garros in 2016, her best Grand Slam performance.
She was voted the WTA’s Most Improved Player in 2018 and won the WTA’s Jerry Diamond ACES Award in 2019 for her efforts in promoting the sport.
Bertens represented the Netherlands in 2 Olympic Games and had a strong record in Billie Jean King Cup competitions.
Bertens announced her retirement from professional tennis in 2021, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most successful Dutch tennis players in history.
Spouse
Kiki Bertens married her physiotherapist, Remko de Rijke. They got married on November 30, 2019. Besides being her physiotherapist, Remko also acts as Bertens’ fitness coach and sparring partner.
Kiki Bertens’ Net Worth Details
Kiki Bertens’s net worth is estimated to be $10 million as of 2025. Kiki Bertens’ primary earnings source was her prize money from professional tennis tournaments, with additional income likely coming from endorsements.
Prize Money
| Year | Prize Money (USD) |
| 2015 | 126,500 |
| 2016 | 709,000 |
| 2017 | 1,030,000 |
| 2018 | 4,710,000 |
| 2019 | 6,000,000 |
| 2020 | 842,200 |
| 2021 | 245,000 |
Career Earnings
Throughout her career, Kiki Bertens accumulated significant earnings from her success on the tennis court. Her total career prize money amounted to $11,653,189.
Endorsements
Kiki Bertens had at least one major endorsement deal during her professional tennis career.
In January 2019, FILA announced that they had signed a sponsorship agreement with Kiki Bertens.
Career Stats
| Statistic | Value |
| Singles Titles | 10 |
| Doubles Titles | 10 |
| Highest Singles Ranking | 4 |
| Highest Doubles Ranking | 16 |
| Career Win-Loss Record | 443-265 |
Achievements
- Reached a career-high singles ranking of World No. 4 on May 13, 2019
- Won 10 WTA singles titles
- Won 10 WTA doubles titles
- Reached the semifinals of Roland-Garros in 2016
- Won the Cincinnati Open in 2018
- Claimed victory at the Madrid Open in 2019
- Represented the Netherlands in the Fed Cup competition
