Bio
How I Started:
I tried Wheelchair Tennis for the first time in May 2019 after an individual tryout session in Portsmouth. I found immediate enjoyment and passion for the sport and knew that it was something that I wanted to do more frequently. I then participated in my first national competition in August 2019 and competed internationally for the first time in February 2020!
My Greatest Achievement:
My greatest achievement was winning my first ITF 2 Doubles title in Austria. It was my first men’s title and along the way we beat a duo who were competing together at the US Open just a couple of weeks after this tournament concluded.
My Greatest Challenge:
My greatest challenge was my battle to prove my eligibility for Wheelchair Tennis. It took me three years of being told I would not be able to compete in my sport before I was able to eventually be classified to play the sport I love. I suffer from Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and Allodynia, which results in my inability to walk. Due to the nature of the disability, it was difficult to meet the IPC’s eligibility requirements, however it has now been resolved and I am able to compete professionally again.
As a result of the trauma caused by the operation that caused my disability, I lost complete memory of the past fifteen years of my life which has not returned to this day. This means that I had to entirely relearn how to read, write, and talk throughout the next year.
My Hobbies:
Outside of sport I like to prioritise my rest and recovery, often watching TV or YouTube, or spending time with friends and family. Whenever I’m away for competitions I try to make time to explore the places where I’m competing.
My Future Aspirations:
In the near future, I want to qualify to compete in a Grand Slam competition, as well as break into the Top 20 worldwide. I am also aiming to qualify for the LA 2028 Paralympics where I want to bring home a medal.
