Genie Bouchard

Eugenie “Genie” Bouchard is a Canadian athlete renowned for her remarkable transition from a highly successful professional tennis career to emerging as a competitive player in professional pickleball. Born on February 25, 1994, Bouchard made history as the first Canadian-born player to reach a Grand Slam singles final, achieving a career-high WTA ranking of No. 5 in October 2014. After retiring from professional tennis in 2025, Genie has begun forging a new path in pickleball, quickly earning recognition on the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Tour.

Early Life

Genie Bouchard was born and raised in Montreal, Quebec. She began playing tennis at age five and demonstrated prodigious talent throughout her junior years. At 12, she moved to Florida to train with coach Nick Saviano, a pivotal decision that accelerated her development. Her junior career peaked in 2012 when she won the Wimbledon girls’ singles title, becoming the first Canadian to win a Grand Slam at any level.

Bouchard quickly moved up the ranks after turning professional in 2009, reaching major milestones including semifinals appearances at the Australian and French Opens in 2013 and a runner-up finish at Wimbledon the same year.

Family Life

Details about Genie’s family life remain relatively private. She maintains strong connections to her Montreal roots, where much of her family resides. Bouchard balances her personal life with the demands of a professional athletic career and broader interests including modeling and media engagements. She has been a visible ambassador for Canadian sport and continues to inspire young athletes nationwide.

Career

Bouchard’s tennis career was notable for its meteoric rise and record-breaking achievements. She was a trailblazer for Canadian tennis, becoming the first player from her country to reach a Grand Slam singles final, and the first to crack the top 5 in the world rankings. She recorded 299 singles wins and 230 losses, winning two WTA titles and reaching 11 finals. Her career highlights also include winning the Billie Jean King Cup with Canada in 2023, marking a historic first for the nation.

Bouchard announced her retirement from professional tennis at the 2025 National Bank Open in Montreal, signaling the end of a significant chapter in Canadian sports.

Shortly after retiring from tennis, Genie embarked on her professional pickleball career in 2024. She entered the PPA Tour with high expectations based on her athletic background, displaying rapid improvement and competing alongside top players. As of mid-2025, Bouchard holds rankings in the top tiers across singles and doubles divisions, steadily building her presence within the sport.

Her transition to pickleball focuses on adapting her tennis skills, particularly footwork and shot precision, to the demands of pickleball dynamics. Bouchard uses the Proton Series Three Pickleball Paddle – Project Flamingo, aligning her equipment with her playing style.

Net Worth

Genie Bouchard’s net worth is not publicly available.

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