Leylah Fernandez taking Floyd Mayweather inspiration to revamp her derailing career

The rising tennis star finds inspiration in the boxing legend's dedication and technique.

Leylah Fernandez taking Floyd Mayweather inspiration to revamp her derailing career

Leylah Fernandez and Floyd Mayweather

Leylah Fernandez is a rising tennis star who has taken the sport by storm with her impressive skills and fierce determination. The 20-year-old Canadian player has been making headlines lately for her incredible performances on the court, but her recent revelation about her role model has surprised many.

Fernandez recently admitted that she sees Floyd Mayweather as a role model, and it’s not just because of his success in boxing. Mayweather is widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time, with an undefeated career record of 50-0. His speed, agility, and technical prowess have earned him a legion of fans, and his flashy style both in and out of the ring has made him a cultural icon.

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In a recent interview, Fernandez spoke about her admiration for Mayweather, saying, “We love watching boxing, like, Floyd Mayweather, he was one of my role models growing up. I loved how the way he was able to move, dodge and use offense and defense and how he was able to move so fast when punches were coming right at him so quickly.“

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Fernandez’s admiration for Mayweather is not surprising, given her own tenacity and drive to succeed. She has been making waves in the tennis world with her impressive performances, She has a career-high ranking of No. 13 by the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), achieved on 8 August 2022. Fernandez won her first WTA Tour title at the 2021 Monterrey Open.

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Leylah Fernandez, The rising star of tennis with a fearless game

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Leylah Fernandez

Leylah Fernandez is a rising star in the world of tennis, known for her electrifying game and fearless approach on the court. Born in Montreal, Canada in 2002, Fernandez began playing tennis at the age of five and has been honing her skills ever since. She has quickly emerged as one of the most promising young players in the sport, with a bright future ahead of her.

Fernandez’s game is marked by her aggressive style of play, which combines power and precision with an ability to change the pace of the game. Her powerful forehand and backhand shots are complemented by a strong serve and excellent footwork, which allows her to cover the court with ease. She is also known for her aggressive approach to returning serve, often taking the ball early and attacking her opponents’ shots.

One of Fernandez’s greatest strengths is her mental toughness, which she has demonstrated time and again in high-pressure situations. Despite her young age, she possesses a level of maturity and composure on the court that belies her years, allowing her to stay focused and maintain her intensity even in the face of adversity.

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