Portia Archer is the Chief Executive Officer of the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), find out more about her and her life below
Portia recently made headlines following Elena Rybakina’s latest victory at the WTA Finals in Riyadh.
Who is Portia Archer, WTA CEO whose Elena Rybakina snubbed picture with
Rybakina was asked why she snubbed a photo with the WTA CEO Portia Archer, Rybakina said it's between them.
Rybakina coach was banned for 8 months by the WTA over hearsay evidence that he was emotionally abusing her.
So much respect and love for Rybakina.pic.twitter.com/AWJ416H9Yx
— Pavvy G (@pavyg) November 10, 2025
Seems like Elena Rybakina refused to take a photo with WTA CEO Portia Archer pic.twitter.com/U2NDFS14Yl
— islandtennisgirl (@islandtennisace) November 8, 2025
As Rybakina posed happily with her opponent for photos, following the win, she noticeably stepped aside when Archer approached to join them, sparking all kinds of reactions.
Elena Rybakina refuses to pose for photos with Portia Archer
Following her straight-sets victory over World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina proceeded to lift the WTA Finals trophy with pride. However, as the winners’ photo session took place, an unexpected scene occurred, as WTA CEO Portia Archer stepped forward for the traditional group photo. Rybakina quietly walked away as Portia came forward, sparking off all kinds of reactions and backlash.
As officials urged her to return, she refused and signaled for the session to continue without her. The cameras captured the whole moment, showing Rybakina standing apart while exuding a calm yet defiant expression. Upon being questioned afterward, she stated how she wanted to:
keep the reason between her and the WTA chief.”
According to reports, Portia may have carried out the act of defiance in response to the WTA’s decision to suspend her coach, Stefano Vukov.
Portia Archer biography and age
Portia Archer is an American sports executive who currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). She is renowned in professional sports management for her leadership and influence. Although her exact age is undisclosed publicly, Portia is likely in her early 50s.
Education
Portia Archer holds a degree in Economics and an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Career
Before joining the WTA, Portia Archer worked in several roles in including working for AOL Time Warner, the BBC, HBO, and NBC Sports. She eventually became the Chief Operating Officer for the NBA G League in February 2020. During her time there, she oversaw major developmental and business initiatives and led the league through the COVID-19 pandemic. She also briefly worked as an adjunct professor in Columbia University’s sports management graduate program. Portia was eventually announced as the new WTA CEO on June 5, 2024
Husband and children
Portia Archer generally maintains a very private personal life and prefers to keep details about her husband and children away from public attention.
Net worth
Portia Archer currently has an estimated net worth of around $2 million, with most of her income coming from her various executive positions. Her salary as WTA CEO hasn’t been publicly revealed.
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