The turn of the millennium was pivotal for women's tennis, ushering in a new era led by stars like Serena and Venus Williams, who captured global attention. Despite this surge, British women's tennis struggled to keep pace, with no players breaking into the top 100 for years. However, recent efforts and successes in events like the Billie Jean King Cup reflect a resurgence, characterized by players such as Johanna Konta and the groundwork laid by early pioneers like Anne Keothavong and Elena Baltacha. Now, British women's tennis is once again competitive on a world stage.
The dawn of the new millennium showcased an audacious generation of stars in women's tennis, significantly changing the sport's dynamic and media attention.
British women's tennis hit rock bottom as no player reached the top 100, highlighting the gap between performance and the sport's global stature.
Reflecting on the recent successes, the British Billie Jean King Cup team has demonstrated the remarkable progress made since the early 2000s.
Players like Anne Keothavong and Johanna Konta have been pivotal in rejuvenating British women's tennis, culminating with three players in the top 60.
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