Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31 11:45 | 29 |
[12] Belinda Bencic vs Marketa Vondrousova
[42] 
|
7-5,2-6,6-3 |
| 07/31 09:05 | 53 |
[20] Elena Rybakina vs Elina Svitolina
[6] |
6-1,6-7,4-6 |
| 07/29 10:30 | 28 |
[6] Elina Svitolina vs Marketa Vondrousova
[42]
|
3-6,1-6 |
| 07/29 06:00 | 28 |
[12] Belinda Bencic vs Elena Rybakina
[20]
|
7-6,4-6,6-3 |
| 07/28 06:50 | 27 |
[20] Elena Rybakina vs Garbine Muguruza
[9] |
7-5,6-1 |
| 07/28 04:40 | 27 |
[18] Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova vs Belinda Bencic
[12]
|
0-6,6-3,3-6 |
| 07/28 03:55 | 27 |
[29] Paula Badosa vs Marketa Vondrousova
[42]
|
Retired |
| 07/28 02:00 | 27 | [61] Camila Giorgi vs Elina Svitolina [6] | 4-6,4-6 |
| 07/27 09:35 | 26 |
[50] Donna Vekic vs Elena Rybakina
[20]
|
6-7,4-6 |
| 07/27 07:00 | 26 | [7] Karolina Pliskova vs Camila Giorgi [61] | 4-6,2-6 |
| 07/27 06:35 | 26 |
[29] Paula Badosa vs Nadia Podoroska
[38] 
|
6-2,6-3 |
| 07/27 05:05 | 26 |
[19] Maria Sakkari vs Elina Svitolina
[6] |
7-5,3-6,4-6 |
Teams
Belinda Bencic
Elina Svitolina
Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova
Camila Giorgi
Garbine Muguruza
Naomi Osaka
Karolina Pliskova
Donna Vekic
Sara Sorribes Tormo
Maria Sakkari
Alison Van Uytvanck
Mihaela Buzarnescu
Rebecca Peterson
Nina Stojanovic
Barbora Krejcikova
Viktorija Golubic
Ekaterina Alexandrova
Fiona Ferro
Anna-Lena Friedsam
Aryna Sabalenka
Carla Suarez Navarro
Elena Vesnina
Nadia Podoroska
Petra Kvitova
Qiang Wang
Misaki Doi
Kristina Mladenovic
Veronika Kudermetova
Sara Errani
Elise Mertens
Renata Zarazua
Magda Linette
Mona Barthel
Jessica Pegula
Jelena Ostapenko
Veronica Cepede Royg
Dayana Yastremska
Jasmine Paolini
Ons Jabeur
Laura Siegemund
Jennifer Brady
Caroline Garcia
Ivana Jorovic
Kiki Bertens
Heather Watson
Samantha Stosur
Anastasija Sevastova
Anett Kontaveit
Nao Hibino
Saisai Zheng
Switzerland's Belinda Bencic defeated the Czech Republic's Markéta Vondroušová in the final, 7–5, 2–6, 6–3, to win the gold medal in Women's Singles tennis at the 2020 Summer Olympics. It was Switzerland's first victory in the women's singles. In the bronze medal match, Ukraine's Elina Svitolina defeated Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina, 1–6, 7–6(7–5), 6–4. It was Ukraine's first Olympic tennis medal.
The tournament was held at the Ariake Coliseum in Kōtō, Tokyo, Japan from 24 July to 31 July 2021. There were 64 competitors from 35 countries.
Puerto Rico's Monica Puig was the reigning gold medalist in 2016, but she withdrew in order to recover from shoulder surgery. The 2016 silver medalist, Germany's Angelique Kerber, also withdrew prior to the tournament for rest. The Czech Republic's Petra Kvitová was the defending bronze medalist and attended her third consecutive Olympic Games, but was defeated in the second round by Belgium's Alison Van Uytvanck.
The medals for the competition were presented by Camilo Perez, IOC Member; Paraguay; and the medalists' bouquets were presented by Kelly Fairweather, ITF Secretary General; South Africa.
The Women’s Tennis Tournament at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics promises to be a thrilling showcase of athleticism, skill, and determination as the world’s top female players compete for Olympic glory. Set against the backdrop of the iconic Ariake Tennis Park, this tournament features a dynamic mix of singles and doubles events, bringing together elite athletes from across the globe.
With the tournament taking place from July 24 to August 1, 2021, the competition will highlight the resilience and spirit of the athletes, especially in the wake of the challenges posed by the global pandemic. Fans can expect to see fierce rivalries, breathtaking rallies, and unforgettable moments as players vie for the prestigious gold medal.
The tournament will feature a 64-player singles draw and a 32-team doubles draw, showcasing a diverse array of playing styles and strategies. From seasoned champions to rising stars, the field is packed with talent, including former Grand Slam winners and Olympic medalists, all eager to leave their mark on this historic stage.
As the athletes represent their countries, the tournament will not only celebrate individual excellence but also the unity and camaraderie of the Olympic spirit. With the eyes of the world watching, the Women’s Tennis Tournament at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics is set to be a highlight of the Games, inspiring future generations of tennis players and sports enthusiasts alike.