Iva Jovic Leads WTA in Time Spent on Court

The American player has logged the most court time in WTA main draws this season.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Iva Jovic, currently ranked No. 18 in the world, has spent the most time on court in WTA main draws this season, logging 28 hours and 46 minutes of play. Her consistency and willingness to battle through long matches have earned her recognition as a marathoner on the tour, though the physical demands of such a schedule raise questions about stamina and recovery.

Why it matters

Jovic's achievement of leading the WTA in total time spent on court highlights her determination and competitive spirit, setting her apart as one of the hardest-working athletes on the tour. However, the taxing nature of her playing style raises concerns about the long-term sustainability of her approach.

The details

Jovic recently defeated Anna Blinkova in 1 hour and 24 minutes, securing her progress in the tournament. This win also placed her at the top of the leaderboard for total time spent on court in WTA main draws this season, with 28 hours and 46 minutes played. Her consistency and willingness to battle through long matches have earned her this recognition, though the physical demands of such a schedule can test stamina and recovery.

  • Jovic has now played 28 hours and 46 minutes in WTA level main draws this season.

The players

Iva Jovic

An American player currently ranked No. 18 in the world, who has achieved a 14-4 win-loss record in 2026 and is known for her consistency and willingness to battle through long matches.

Anna Blinkova

A player Jovic recently defeated in 1 hour and 24 minutes, securing her progress in the tournament.

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What they’re saying

“28, 46 – After defeating Anna Blinkova in 1 hour and 24 minutes, Iva Jovic has become the player with the most time spent on court in WTA level main draws this season (28 hours and 46 minutes). Marathoner.”

— OptaAce (Twitter)

What’s next

Jovic is scheduled to fight against the world no.74 Ajla Tomljanovic in the 2nd round of the WTA Austin tournament on Thursday at 6:00 pm on CENTER COURT. This will be the first time the two players have faced each other in a top competition.

The takeaway

Iva Jovic's achievement of leading the WTA in total time spent on court this season highlights her remarkable endurance and competitive spirit, but it also raises concerns about the physical toll of her playing style. As she continues to push the boundaries of her sport, the long-term sustainability of her approach will be an important factor to monitor in her future performances.