Ruri Hagiwara | Tennis Player (2015, Japan)

“My dream is to win a Grand Slam.”

Meet Ruri Hagiwara, Japanese girl junior tennis player who lives in Gunma, Japan and competing in U12 tennis category.

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.

📘 Ruri Hagiwara | Biography, October 2025

🎙️Ruri Hagiwara | Interview, October 2025

Hello, introduce yourself please.
My name is Ruri Hagiwara, I am 9 years old — born on November 14, 2015.
I am Japanes and I live in Gunma, Japan.

What languages ​​do you speak?
Japanese

At what age did you start playing tennis?
4 years old

Are there other tennis players in your family?
My sister

In which club do you train tennis?
Uenoyama Tennis School

Who is your tennis coach?
Hiroki Uenoyama

What is your weekly training routine?
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As an athlete, what is your greatest quality and what do you need to improve?
My volley is very good and I need to improve the quality of neutral rally.

What is your junior tennis category and your national tennis ranking?
I compet in U12 and my current national ranking is #981.

What has been your greatest achievement?
Kanto tournament winner

In which countries have you already participated in tennis tournaments?
Japan

Do you have any sponsors?
Not yet

What is your goal for 2026?
To participate in the national tournament

What is your tennis dream?
My dream is to win a Grand Slam.

Who are your favorite tennis players?
Aoi Ito

What do you like to do outside of tennis?
Making things

To which people would you like to dedicate this interview?
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Thanks a lot Ruri!
Tennis Papers wishes you the best in your tennis life 💜🩷

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