👦 Lucas Vaclav | Tennis Papers interview, October 2025

“My dream is to play with Alcaraz.”

Meet Lucas Vaclav, Slovak boy junior tennis player who lives in Štúrovo, Slovakia and competing in U10 tennis category.
Lucas trains tennis in Slovakia and Hungary.

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

📘 Lucas Vaclav | Biography, October 2025

🌉 Štúrovo, Slovakia 🇸🇰

🌊 A charming riverside town on the banks of the Danube River, facing Hungary’s city of Esztergom.
🏖️ Known for its thermal baths, relaxing atmosphere, and stunning views of the Esztergom Basilica.
🚶‍♀️ Perfect for peaceful walks, river cruises, and enjoying the blend of Slovak and Hungarian culture.
💛 With its friendly locals and scenic beauty, Štúrovo is a true hidden gem on the Danube!

🎙️Lucas Vaclav | Interview, October 2025

Hello, introduce yourself please.
My name is Lucas Vaclav, I am 9 years old, I was born on September 11, 2016.
I am Slovak, and I live in Štúrovo, Slovakia.

What languages ​​do you speak?
English

At what age did you start playing tennis?
I was 7 years old.

Are there other tennis players in your family?
No

In which club do you train tennis?
MŠO Šúrovo, OMSZK PARK Budakalasz (Hungary)

Who are your tennis coaches?
Patrik Babindai, Szilagyi Regó, Botond Sári

What is your weekly training routine?
Currently, I train 4 times a week during the winter for about 6 hours plus tournaments on the weekend.

What is your best shot and things you need to improve?
I learned how to serve correctly and how fast I am on the court. I need to improve my hitting power and my mentality.

What is your junior tennis category and your national tennis ranking?
I am currently in the under-10 junior competition.

What are your best tennis results?
My biggest success was at the under-10 domestic tournament where I took 2nd place.

In which countries have you already participated in tennis tournaments?
Hungary, Croatia

What is the first country you dream of playing in?
In France at the Patrick Mouratoglou Academy.

Do you have any sponsors?
No, I don’t.

What is your tennis dream?
My dream is to play with Alcaraz.

Who are your favorite tennis players?
Alcaraz, Djokovic

What do you like to do outside of tennis?
Football, swimming, roblox.

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