PLAYER PROFILE

Seone Mendez

“I haven’t actually played many at this level, so to even get this far it’s good.”

Knew at age 13 she was good enough to try becoming a professional player
In 2011, won the National Optus 12’s & 14’s Spring tournament
2011 season ended with a trip to America to compete overseas, adding to her previous appearances in Croatia and France
Prefers both hard and clay court surfaces
Thinks her game most close resembles Justine Henin’s
Says her dream tennis scenario would involve beating Henin in three sets in a French Open final
Ultimate professional goal is to reach world No.1
Qualified for first WTA event in August 2021 and went on to make quarterfinals
Made top-200 singles debut in March 2022
Advanced to the final qualifying round at Roland Garros in May 2022.

If not trying to become a professional tennis player, would be studying to become a sport physio and tennis coach
Her perfect day would involve relaxing, reading and being with family.