Monica Niculescu also made it to the quarterfinals of every other Grand Slam in doubles tennis. She had success in WTA 1000 events, reaching three finals (three doubles), six semifinals (five doubles), and 12 quarterfinals (11 doubles).
Her greatest Grand Slam result in singles is reaching the fourth round (2011 US Open and 2015 Wimbledon Championships).
Monica Niculescu siblings: Meet sister Gabriela Niculescu
Gabriela Niculescu is a former Romania Fed Cup team member and retired professional tennis player.
On July 4, 2005, she had her greatest WTA singles ranking of 376, and on February 20, 2006, she achieved her best doubles rating of 1994. After quitting professional tennis, she became a national platform tennis champion. She won in 2016, 2018, and 2019.
Niculescu is a right-handed player recognized for her unconventional style. Her signature move is an unexpected forehand slice.
She also enjoys hitting a flat two-handed backhand.
She can force delicate drop shots and crisp volleys as a skilled doubles player.
Niculescu used a variety of spins to help her manage the match against Johanna Konta at the 2017 China Open. Martina Hingis and Andre Agassi are Niculescu’s tennis idols.
Her opponents have not always loved playing against her since her playing style differs from that of the majority of players.
