👧 Pilar Da Silva | Tennis Papers interview, October 2025

“My dream is to win the US Open and be able to make a living from it.”

Meet Pilar Da Silva, Argentinian girl junior tennis player who lives in Rosario, Argentina and competing in U14 tennis category.
Pilar is Argentina U14 National Champion (2024) and currently ranked #2 in Argentina in her category.

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

📘 Pilar Da Silva | Biography, October 2025

🏠 Residence | Rosario, Argentina

🌊 A vibrant city on the banks of the Paraná River, known for its energy and creativity.
🏛️ Birthplace of Che Guevara and Lionel Messi, it’s full of history and national pride.
🚤 Enjoy riverfront walks, art museums, and lively nightlife along La Costanera.
🌸 With friendly people and a strong cultural spirit, Rosario shines as one of Argentina’s most dynamic cities!

🎙️Pilar Da Silva | Interview, October 2025

Hello, introduce yourself please.
My names is Pilar Martina Da Silva, I am 14 years old and I was born on July 12, 2011.
I am Argentinian and I live in Rosario, Argentina.

What languages ​​do you speak?
Spanish

At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis when I was 3.

Are there other tennis players in your family?
Not just me, but my dad loves to play on the weekends.

In which club do you train tennis?
Sorrento Open Club

Who is your tennis coach?
My coaches are Mauro and Juan Manuel Ferrer

What is your weekly training routine?
I train from 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. — I start with physical training for an hour and a half, and then the rest of tennis, I do gym 3 times a week — so I stay for an hour and a half longer.

As an athlete, what is your greatest quality and what do you need to improve?
I feel like it could be running, because I love it and I would like to improve my flexibility.

What is your junior tennis category and your national tennis ranking?
I’m in the Under-14 category and I’m currently ranked 2nd in the national rankings.

What has been your greatest achievement?
I think it was winning a national championship or reaching the quarterfinals of the Wimbledon qualifiers.

In which countries have you already participated in tennis tournaments?
I played in Argentina, Paraguay, Brazil, Ecuador, and Spain.

Do you have any sponsors?
I’m sponsored by Babolat.

What is your goal for 2026?
My goal would be to continue working as I have been this year, to be able to play in many tournaments, and to perform at my best.

What is your tennis dream?
My dream is to win the US Open and be able to make a living from it.

Who are your favorite tennis players?
My favorites are Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic.

What do you like to do outside of tennis?
I love being with my friends and listening to music.

To which people would you like to dedicate this interview?
I would like to dedicate myself to my mom and dad, without whom all of this would be impossible.

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