“I'm loving every minute of it. All the ups and downs. I'm so grateful to be doing what I'm doing.” ”
— Lizette Cabrera, 15 Apr 2020
» Getting to know: Lizette Cabrera
On court
- realised at age 12 she was good enough to pursue a professional career
- alongside fellow junior Priscilla Hon, won the Optus 14s Championships in 2011
- looks forward to the Australian Open every year because she gets to watch Rafael Nadal – her tennis hero – play
- favourite shot is her two-handed backhand
- feels her game most closely resembles Eugenie Bouchard’s
- the toughest opponent she has ever faced is Bethanie Mattek-Sands
- dream tennis scenario would be beating Serena Williams on Rod Laver Arena in an Australian Open final
- professional goals are to win a Grand Slam and reach world No.1
- had a break out year in 2016, improving her world ranking by 806 places and collecting two pro titles
- made WTA debut in 2017 in Brisbane
- made Grand Slam debut in 2017 at the Australian Open
- Advanced to her first tour-level quarterfinal in Guangzhou, China at age 19
- reached Australian Open 2023 mixed doubles quarterfinals with John-Patrick Smith
Off court
- the best advice she’s received is to work hard, always have a good attitude and not to forget that it’s a long journey
- her perfect day would see her spending time at the beach with her friends and family
- loves dancing, and would have tried to be a professional dancer if not a tennis player
Year-end ranking history
2023 | 281 |
2022 | 296 |
2021 | 172 |
2020 | 140 |
2019 | 131 |
2018 | 230 |
2017 | 135 |
2016 | 256 |
2015 | 1062 |
2014 | 1243 |
2012 | 795 |
Lizette Cabrera in the news
Hewitt receives wildcard to join Birrell, Tomic in AO qualifying
18 December, 2024
Cruz Hewitt will make his Australian Open qualifying debut joining the likes of Kimberly Birrell and Bernard Tomic among a strong home cohort on entry lists.
Read moreCruz Hewitt will make his Australian Open qualifying debut joining the likes of Kimberly Birrell and Bernard Tomic among a strong home cohort on entry lists.
Double Aussie success in final Pro Tour event of 2024
2 December, 2024
Daria Saville wins her first singles title in seven years in the last Australian Pro Tour event of 2024, while Matthew Dellavedova scooped the men's singles title.
Read moreDaria Saville wins her first singles title in seven years in the last Australian Pro Tour event of 2024, while Matthew Dellavedova scooped the men's singles title.
Ranking Movers: Thompson approaches 22-year Australian high
19 November, 2024
Jordan Thompson has climbed two spots to world No.3 in doubles while Destanee Aiava has been rewarded for her Brisbane title sweep.
Read moreJordan Thompson has climbed two spots to world No.3 in doubles while Destanee Aiava has been rewarded for her Brisbane title sweep.
Pro Tour: Kubler to make long-awaited return in Brisbane
12 November, 2024
Jason Kubler will play at the Brisbane QTC Tennis International this week, 10 months after his most recent competitive match.
Read moreJason Kubler will play at the Brisbane QTC Tennis International this week, 10 months after his most recent competitive match.