For years, I’ve taken a one-hour train ride to practice. This reminds me how important it is for me to keep improving myself. It has also made me value having courts close by, which is one of the main reasons I want to play college tennis in the U.S. Training and competing just minutes from where I live and study would be a huge advantage. This way I can practise much more than I do now.

Off the court, I work hard in school to keep my grades high. I also do physical practise, including weightlifting and plyometrics. In addition, I give tennis lessons at my hometown club. Another thing I do to earn some money, is working at a restaurant once a week.

The combination of competing, learning and of course enjoying the experience, are all things I’m really looking forward to. I can’t wait to be a student-athlete in the U.S!