Elena Rybakina, the 2022 Wimbledon champion and eighth-ranked player in the world representing Kazakhstan, has spoken about both the positive and negative aspects of being a professional tennis player.
Rybakina described professional tennis as a very demanding sport, pointing out the extensive travel involved. She mentioned facing health challenges in the past year and the emotional toll of constant setbacks and not achieving desired outcomes. The Kazakhstani player also noted the loneliness and time away from family and friends. However, she acknowledged the incredible opportunities tennis provides, such as meeting diverse people and experiencing different cultures. While acknowledging the difficulty of constant travel, she also highlighted the valuable life lessons gained from it.
Ultimately, Rybakina emphasized that “the most important thing is to surround yourself with good people,” believing this to be the key to achieving success in tennis.
