“My dream is to become World No. 1 and win Wimbledon one day.”
Meriem Bouaouina tennis player born in 2011 is an Algerian junior tennis player competing in the U16 category, currently ranked No. 1 nationally. Based in Algiers, she is building her international experience with ITF tournaments and strong fundamentals.
Through Tennis Papers, discover an exclusive profile and interview highlighting her tennis journey, playing style, competitive experience, and ambitions.
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👧 Meriem Bouaouina | Biography, April 2026
| Full Name | Meriem Bouaouina |
| Date of birth | 2011 |
| Nationality | Algerian 🇩🇿 |
| Residence | Alger, Algeria |
| Age started tennis | 6 |
| Tennis age category | U16 |
| Algeria tennis ranking | #1 |
| ITF junior ranking | #3266 (best) |
| UTR tennis rating | 5.xx |
| Tennis club | CRBBK Tennis Club |
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| Sponsors | |
| @meriemm.bouaouina |
🎙️ Meriem Bouaouina | Interview, April 2026
Hello, introduce yourself please.
My name is Meriem Bouaouina. I am 15 years old. I was born in 2011. I am Algerian and I live in Algiers.
What languages do you speak?
I speak English, French, and Arabic.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis at 6 years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
Yes, my brother, sister, and cousin all play tennis.
In which club do you train?
I train at CRBBK Tennis Club.
What is your training environment?
I train in a group with three girls and three boys.
What is your weekly training routine?
I train about three hours a day, five times a week.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
My greatest strengths are my serve and forehand. I need to improve my footwork.
What is your age category and your ranking?
I compete in the U16 category and I am currently ranked No. 1 nationally in my country.
What have been your greatest successes so far?
My greatest success so far was reaching the quarterfinals of an ITF J30 tournament.
In which countries have you played tournaments?
I have played in Algeria, Tunisia, and Kenya.
Do you have any sponsors?
No, I do not have a sponsor yet.
What is your goal for 2026?
My goal for 2026 is to reach the Top 2000 in the ITF rankings.
What is your tennis dream?
My dream is to become World No. 1 and win Wimbledon one day.
Which player would you most like to meet and why?
I would like to meet Elena Rybakina because she is very calm and talented.
What do you enjoy doing outside of tennis?
I enjoy swimming and drawing.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
I would like to dedicate this interview to my dad.
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