At the 2019 ITF World Champions Dinner in Paris, tennis legends Gabriela Sabatini, Novak Djokovic, and Simona Halep were celebrated for their exceptional achievements. Sabatini received the prestigious Philippe Chatrier Award, the ITF’s highest honor.
Sabatini, a Grand Slam winner and Olympic silver medalist, was recognized for her on-court success and tireless contributions to tennis through global outreach and youth development initiatives. She continues to inspire through her humanitarian efforts.
Djokovic and Halep were named ITF World Champions for their outstanding 2018 seasons. Djokovic triumphed after a remarkable comeback, while Halep celebrated her first Grand Slam title and year-end No. 1 ranking.
Other honorees included doubles, junior, and wheelchair champions, along with Davis Cup winners Croatia and Fed Cup champions Czech Republic. The event highlighted the sport’s global excellence and enduring impact.
