Category - Tennis

From the classic issues featuring legendary tennis players and historic tournaments to the modern commemoratives celebrating Grand Slam events, sports champions, and iconic venues, explore the wonders of game through philately. Collect these exquisite stamps, relive epic matches, and immerse yourself in the excitement of tennis stamp collecting. Let the stamps transport you to the prestigious courts, electrifying rallies, and the spirit of sportsmanship that defines this exhilarating game. Start your collection today and embark on a tennis stamp adventure that will ignite your passion for the sport, celebrate its global appeal, and honor the remarkable achievements of tennis legends.

Tennis is a popular racket sport that is played either between two individuals (singles) or two teams of two players each (doubles). The game involves hitting a ball back and forth across a net using rackets, with the objective of winning points by making the ball land in the opponent’s court in a way they cannot return it successfully.

This game is a physically demanding sport that requires skill, speed, agility, and mental focus. It is enjoyed by millions of players and fans worldwide and continues to be one of the most popular sports globally.

Belgium Postage Justine Henin Hardenne

October 4, 2023
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Belgium, Countries and Territories, Special Collections and Events, Special Releases, Sports, stamp, Tennis
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Belgium Postage Justine Henin Hardenne

Issue: Belgium Postage Justine Henin Hardenne, Belgium (Belgique-Belgie)

Type: Stamp

Number of Stamps: 1

Denominations: 0.49 Euro

Issue Date: 25/5/2003

Issued By: Bpost, Belgium (Belgique-Belgie)

About Belgium Postage Justine Henin Hardenne

In 2003, Bpost has issued a commemorative stamp to celebrate achievement by Justine Henin.  She has achieved number 1 ranking in the Tennis in 2003. The denomination of stamp is 0.49 Euros.

Justine Henin Hardenne

In the world of tennis, few names shine as brightly as that of Justine Henin Hardenne. This Belgian tennis legend has not only left an indelible mark on the sport but has also significantly influenced the governing body of tennis in the French Community of Belgium.

Justine Henin was born on June 1,1982, in Liège, Belgium. From an early age, she displayed an amazing talent for tennis. Her family recognized her potential and enrolled her in local tennis clubs where she began honing her skills. This marked the beginning of a remarkable journey that would change the face of women’s tennis game. She is considered as one of the legends of the tennis in Belgium. Justine Henin is a Belgian former professional tennis player. She is considered one of the greatest female tennis players of all time. Henin turned professional in 1999 and won her first tour in Antwerp event as a wildcard and in 2001 she won her first three tournaments of the year, reached her first Grand Slam semi-final at Roland Garros and broke into the top ten. But 2003 was the defining season for Henin, winning eight titles, including victory at the French Open in June. After winning the US Open title she overtook Kim Clijsters to reach the no one..

Henin won 43 WTA singles titles and seven Grand Slam singles titles, including four French Open titles, one Australian Open title, and two US Open titles. She has also won the year-ending Sony Ericsson Championships twice and the singles gold medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics.