On balance, Rafa’s performance in 2022 likely will be looked upon as an epic of the Open era due to inhibiting factors in play all year.

When Djokovic did take the court, he was frequently brilliant as ever.

The tour’s most serious young man has become a serious contender. Can he take the final step to becoming a major champion next season?

The American knows where he’s been, and seems to have a handle on where he’s going next.

TENNIS.com editors look back on two men's players who narrowly missed being shortlisted for our year-end countdown.

With eight titles—including two majors—and a 37-match win streak along the way, who else but the Pole could be our women's player of the year?

Off the radar to start the season, the Frenchwoman finished inside the Top 5—her highest ranking in four years—after a career-redefining effort.

The Minister of Happiness consistently improved, surprised, and inspired—not only herself, but the world.

After a consistent season—for better and for worse—the top-ranked American still has plenty of room to grow.

The Aussie played just 11 matches this season—but the impact of her limited tennis was as significant as the gaping void that followed.

Before delving into the Top 5 WTA players in a 2022 season that had it all, TENNIS.com editors reflect on three players that didn't make our list.