“I want to become a professional tennis player and one day play at Wimbledon.”
Elsa Gheidar is an Turkish junior tennis player born in 2015, based in Istanbul, competing in the U12 category. A multilingual young talent, she is developing her game on the junior circuit, focusing on movement, consistency, and gaining match experience through local tournaments.
Through Tennis Papers, discover an exclusive profile and interview highlighting her tennis journey, playing style, competitive experience, and ambitions.
This profile is based on an exclusive interview conducted by Tennis Papers.
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👧 Elsa Gheidar | Biography, March 2026
| Full Name | Elsa Gheidar |
| Date of birth | June 13, 2015 |
| Nationality | Turkish 🇹🇷 |
| Residence | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Age started tennis | 4 |
| Tennis age category | U12 |
| Turkey tennis ranking | |
| International ranking | |
| UTR tennis rating | |
| Tennis club | TED Spor Kulübü |
| Coaches | Kadir Ilyas Gorkan |
| Sponsors | |
| @elsa_gheidar |
🎙️ Elsa Gheidar | Interview, March 2026
Hello, introduce yourself please.
My name is Elsa Gheidar. I am 10 years old, born on June 13, 2015. I am from turkey and I live in Istanbul. I am a junior tennis player competing in the U12 category.
What languages do you speak?
I speak English, Spanish, Turkish, Persian, and German.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis at the age of 4.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
Yes, my mother plays tennis.
In which club do you train?
I train at TED Tennis Club in Istanbul.
Who are your coaches?
My coaches are Kadir, Ilyas, and Gorkan.
What is your weekly training routine?
I train about six days a week, combining tennis practice and fitness training.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
My biggest strength is my movement on the court. I would like to improve my serve, focus, and consistency.
What is your age category and your ranking?
I currently compete in the U12 category and I do not have a national ranking yet.
What have been your experiences in tournaments so far?
I have participated in several tournaments in Istanbul, gaining valuable match experience.
Do you have any sponsors?
Not yet, but I hope to have sponsors in the future.
What are your goals?
My short-term goal is to play more matches and continue improving my game. I want to become a professional tennis player and one day play at Wimbledon.
Which player would you most like to meet and why?
My favorite player is Carlos Alcaraz because he is brave and strong, and I would love to meet him.
What do you enjoy doing outside of tennis?
Outside of tennis, I enjoy dancing, playing football, playing music, and spending time with my friends and family.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
I dedicate this interview to my family and my coaches who always support me.
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