Monica Seles Finally Breaks Her Silence: Netflix Doc to Revisit Darkest Chapter in Tennis History

Netflix Greenlights Shocking Monica Seles Doc: From Grand Slam Glory to Tragedy and Triumph

Monica Seles: Netflix to Explore the Rise, Fall, and Resilience of a Tennis Icon in Groundbreaking New Documentary

Netflix has officially announced the production of a powerful new documentary chronicling the extraordinary life and career of tennis icon Monica Seles. Set to premiere in 2026, the yet-untitled film promises a gripping deep dive into Seles’ meteoric rise in the tennis world, the horrifying on-court attack that stunned the sports world, and her courageous journey back to life and legacy.

Once hailed as the greatest teenage tennis phenomenon of all time, Seles dominated the sport in the early ’90s, winning eight Grand Slam titles by the age of 19. Her ferocious two-handed groundstrokes and fearless mentality made her nearly unbeatable. She was the No. 1 ranked player in the world, and many believed she was destined to surpass all-time records.

But in April 1993, everything changed. During a routine changeover at a match in Hamburg, Germany, Seles was stabbed in the back by a deranged fan of her rival, Steffi Graf. The incident shocked the world and left Monica both physically and emotionally scarred. At just 19 years old, she disappeared from the sport she had dominated.

Netflix’s upcoming documentary, created in collaboration with Seles herself, will explore this pivotal moment not just as a headline, but as a human story. It will include never-before-seen footage, exclusive interviews, and emotional reflections from Seles, her family, competitors, and tennis historians.

A Netflix spokesperson said:

“This is not just a sports documentary — it’s a story of survival, reinvention, and the price of greatness. Monica Seles didn’t just win titles, she overcame something unimaginable, and we believe her story deserves to be told with the depth and respect it warrants.”

Following her return to tennis in 1995, Seles won one more Grand Slam title and remained a fierce competitor, though she was never quite the same. Yet her courage and resilience have inspired countless fans and athletes alike.

In the years since her retirement, Monica Seles has become an author, speaker, and advocate for mental health awareness, especially in sports. Her involvement in the film will ensure that it’s more than just a chronicle of past glories — it’s a personal, powerful narrative of pain, growth, and healing.

Expected to air in late 2026, the documentary will coincide with a growing trend of Netflix productions highlighting underrepresented voices and untold stories in sports.