👧 Divya Bhardwaj | Tennis Papers interview, December 2025

“My dream is to represent India in mega events like Olympics.”

Meet Divya Bhardwaj, young Indian tennis player who lives in Ahmedabad, India and competing in Women tennis category.
Divya who has already won many trophies in India is determined to earn her first WTA points in 2026.

(Information gathered via an exclusive interview by Tennis Papers).

📘 Divya Bhardwaj | Biography, December 2025

🏙️ Ahmedabad, India 🇮🇳

🕌 Admire stunning mosques, stepwells & old palaces
🏠 Walk through Pols and the historic walled city
🧵 Discover textiles, crafts & Gandhi’s legacy
🍛 Taste bold Gujarati flavors and street snacks
🌇 Feel the energy of a modern, fast-growing metropolis

🎙️Divya Bhardwaj | Interview, December 2025

Hello, introduce yourself please.

My name is Divya Bhardwaj, I am 22 years old, I was born on March 1, 2003.
I am Indian, I live in Ahmedabad, India.

What languages do you speak?

Hindi, English.

At what age did you start playing tennis?

At 11 years old.

Are there other tennis players in your family?

No.

In which club do you train?

The RH Kapadia Sports Academy.

Who are your coaches?

Vaidik Munshaw (tennis coach), John sir (Fitness, strength and conditioning), Mrs. Manju Bhardwaj (Yoga trainer).

What is your weekly training routine?

Monday to Friday – 8 to 9 warm up, 9 to 11 tennis session, 11:30 to 1 fitness, evening – 3 to 5 tennis session, 5:15 to 6:15 mobility, cool down.
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday match practice (morning stay).

As an athlete, what is your greatest quality and what do you need to improve?

My endurance, patience and focus, positivity till last moment. Need to improve my game level and match experience.

What is your junior category and your national ranking?

I was #12 in U18 and U14.

What has been your greatest achievement?

SGFI National medalist and RTW Masters India.

In which countries have you already played tournament?

Only in India.

Do you have any sponsors?

No.

What is your goal for 2026?

To win ITF Pro and earn WTA points and rank.

What is your tennis dream?

To win WTA and Grand Slam, to represent my country in mega events like Olympics.

Who are your favorite tennis players?

Roger Federer, Maria Sharapova, Rafael Nadal, Serena Williams.

What do you like to do outside of tennis?

Drawing and painting, dance, read books, play other sports, athletics.

To which people would you like to dedicate this interview?

For underprivileged, disadvantaged players.

Thanks a lot Divya !
Tennis Papers wishes you the best in your tennis life 💜🩷