
“I'm loving every minute of it. All the ups and downs. I'm so grateful to be doing what I'm doing.” ”
— Lizette Cabrera, 15 Apr 2020
» Getting to know: Lizette Cabrera
On court
- realised at age 12 she was good enough to pursue a professional career
- alongside fellow junior Priscilla Hon, won the Optus 14s Championships in 2011
- looks forward to the Australian Open every year because she gets to watch Rafael Nadal – her tennis hero – play
- favourite shot is her two-handed backhand
- feels her game most closely resembles Eugenie Bouchard’s
- the toughest opponent she has ever faced is Bethanie Mattek-Sands
- dream tennis scenario would be beating Serena Williams on Rod Laver Arena in an Australian Open final
- professional goals are to win a Grand Slam and reach world No.1
- had a break out year in 2016, improving her world ranking by 806 places and collecting two pro titles
- made WTA debut in 2017 in Brisbane
- made Grand Slam debut in 2017 at the Australian Open
- Advanced to her first tour-level quarterfinal in Guangzhou, China at age 19
- reached Australian Open 2023 mixed doubles quarterfinals with John-Patrick Smith
Off court
- the best advice she’s received is to work hard, always have a good attitude and not to forget that it’s a long journey
- her perfect day would see her spending time at the beach with her friends and family
- loves dancing, and would have tried to be a professional dancer if not a tennis player
Year-end ranking history
2023 | 281 |
2022 | 296 |
2021 | 172 |
2020 | 140 |
2019 | 131 |
2018 | 230 |
2017 | 135 |
2016 | 256 |
2015 | 1062 |
2014 | 1243 |
2012 | 795 |
Lizette Cabrera in the news
Ranking Movers: Walton ascends to new best after Miami campaign
![Adam-Walton-Miami Adam Walton in action at the Miami Open. [Getty Images]](https://www.tennis.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Adam-Walton-Miami-700x450.jpg)
1 April, 2025
Adam Walton climbed to a new career-high ranking after he made his first round-of-16 appearance at a Masters 1000 tournament.
Read moreAdam Walton climbed to a new career-high ranking after he made his first round-of-16 appearance at a Masters 1000 tournament.
Cabrera, Kubler emerge as early Pro Tour frontrunners in 2025

28 March, 2025
Lizette Cabrera and Jason Kubler take early charge in the 2025 Australian Pro Tour points standings, exemplifying strong starts to their 2025 campaigns.
Read moreLizette Cabrera and Jason Kubler take early charge in the 2025 Australian Pro Tour points standings, exemplifying strong starts to their 2025 campaigns.
Aussie Weekly Wrap: Australia’s newest stars shine in Canberra

24 March, 2025
Renee Alame, Rianna Alame and Ava Beck walked away from the ITF J100 tournament in Canberra as champions this week, headlining a strong week for the Aussies around the world.
Read moreRenee Alame, Rianna Alame and Ava Beck walked away from the ITF J100 tournament in Canberra as champions this week, headlining a strong week for the Aussies around the world.
Cabrera completes Pro Tour three-peat, Ellis excels in Swan Hill

24 March, 2025
Lizette Cabrera continued her Pro tour stranglehold with a third-straight title, while Blake Ellis claimed his first ITF crown since November 2024.
Read moreLizette Cabrera continued her Pro tour stranglehold with a third-straight title, while Blake Ellis claimed his first ITF crown since November 2024.