Luis Govela | Tennis Player (2016, Mexico)

“My dream is to become a professional player and represent Mexico.”

Luis Govela, tennis player born in 2016, represents Mexico on the national junior circuit. Ranked in the Top 3 nationally in the U10 category, he is considered one of the rising young players to watch.

Like many junior players featured in our international boys tennis interviews section, Luis is gaining valuable experience across national tournaments, gradually refining his playing style and competitive mindset.

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.

👦 Luis Govela | Biography, March 2026

Full Name	Luis Govela
Date of birth	February 15, 2016
Nationality	Mexican 🇲🇽
Residence	Tampico, Tamps, Mexico
Age started tennis	5
Tennis age category	U10
National ranking	#3
International ranking
Tennis club	Deportivo Español
Coaches	Lalo Amor Ray Gabo
Sponsors	Yonex Mexico
Instagram	@luisgovela.tennis

Luis Govela tennis highlights: Moments of success for the young Mexican talent showcasing his trophies from junior tournaments. These victories reflect the hard work and dedication of this rising tennis player on the junior circuit.

🎙️ Luis Govela | Interview, March 2026

Hello, introduce yourself please.
My name is Luis Govela and I am 10 years old.
What languages do you speak?
I speak Spanish and English.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis at age 5.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
Not professionally, but my whole family plays.
In which club do you train?
I train at the Deportivo Español.
Who are your coaches?
My main coach is Lalo Amor, besides Ray and Gabo.
What is your weekly training routine?
I train tennis 5 days a week for 2 hours. On Mondays and Wednesdays I also train soccer.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
My greatest strength is that I compete with a lot of intensity and I don’t give up. I need to keep improving my backhand slice.
What is your age category and your national ranking?
I compete in the U10 category and I am currently ranked 3rd nationally in Mexico.
What have been your greatest successes so far?
Winning a National Grade 1 tournament 🙂
In which countries have you played tournaments?
So far I have only competed in Mexico.
Do you have any sponsors?
Yes, with Yonex Mexico.
What is your goal for 2026?
To win a National Championship.
What is your tennis dream?
To become a professional player and represent Mexico in international tournaments.
Who are your favorite tennis players?
My favorite player is Carlos Alcaraz.
What do you enjoy outside of tennis?
I like to play soccer.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
To my family and coaches for their support.