a major in doubles in her career. Seeded 19th at the US Open, she reached the round of 16 for the first time upon defeating two-time US Open champion Naomi Osaka, Cristina Bucșa, and Alizé Cornet. In the fourth round, she lost to world No. 6 and eventual semifinalist Aryna Sabalenka in three sets. 2023 At the Australian Open, seeded 13th, Collins lost in the third round to Elena Rybakina in three sets. World TeamTennis Collins played her first season with World TeamTennis in 2019 with Billie Jean King's Philadelphia Freedoms. She started the 2020 season on the Orlando Storm roster which began July 12, but was dismissed from the league after leaving the state and breaching COVID-19 safety protocols. Playing style Collins employs a highly aggressive playing style that has been described as "fearless", "ferocious" and "fun to watch". She has a powerful serve, and strong groundstrokes on both wings, making her one of the hardest hitters on the WTA Tour. Her style allows her to hit a high number of winners, but also a considerable number of high-risk unforced errors. Her greatest strengths are her kick serve, her inside-out forehand, and her versatile and strong backhand. Her double-handed backhand is atypically stronger than her forehand. She also possesses strong volleying skills, allowing her to hit winners from any position on the court. Iga Świątek mentioned that Collins, "hits the fastest ball I have ever played in a match." Personal life Collins is the daughter of Walter and Cathy. She graduated from Northeast High School, St. Petersburg, Florida, in 2012. As a high school player, her junior ranking was good enough to get her a scholarship from the University of Florida (UF). After her freshman year, she transferred to the University of Virginia (UVA). She won the NCAA singles title in her sophomore and senior years. During her freshman year at UF, she majored in Liberal Arts and Sciences Exploratory. Collins graduated from UVA with a bachelor's degree in media studies and business. She returned to UF for graduate school to earn a master's in sports management in a program partnering with the WTA. Career statistics Grand Slam performance timelines Singles Doubles Significant finals Grand Slam tournament finals Singles: 1 (runner-up) Notes References External links Danielle Collins at Virginia Sports 1993 births Living people Sportspeople from St. Petersburg, Florida Virginia Cavaliers women's tennis players American female tennis players Tennis