“My tennis dream is to become No. 1 and surpass Serena Williams.”
Salma Bekkali tennis player is a Moroccan junior tennis player born in 2014 who lives in Malaga, Spain. Competing in the U12 category, she trains at Club Tenis Higuerón and became champion of the Costa del Sol.
Through Tennis Papers, discover an exclusive profile and interview highlighting her tennis journey, playing style, competitive experience, and ambitions.
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👧 Salma Bekkali | Biography, July 2026
| Full Name | Salma Bekkali |
| Date of birth | 2014 |
| Nationality | Moroccan 🇲🇦 |
| Residence | Malaga, Spain |
| Age started tennis | 4 |
| Tennis age category | U12 |
| Spain tennis ranking | #235 |
| Tennis Europe ranking | |
| UTR tennis rating | 5.xx |
| Tennis club | Higuerón Tennis Center |
| Coaches | Jorge Aguirre Montes |
| Sponsors | |
| @salma.bekkali.tennis |
🎙️ Salma Bekkali | Interview, July 2026
Introduce yourself: Name, Age, Date of Birth, Nationality, City of Residence
My name is Salma Bekkali. I am 12 years old and I was born in 2014. I am Moroccan and I live in Malaga, Spain.
What languages do you speak?
I speak Spanish, French, English, and Arabic.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis when I was four years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
Yes, my two brothers also play tennis.
In which tennis club do you train?
I train at Club Tenis Higuerón.
What is your coaching team?
My coach is Jorge.
What is your weekly training routine?
I train around 25 hours per week.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
I need to improve my serve and my speed.
What is your age category and ranking?
I compete in the U12 category.
What have been your greatest successes so far?
One of my greatest achievements so far has been becoming champion of the Costa del Sol.
In which countries have you played tournaments?
I have played tournaments in Spain, Morocco, and Portugal.
Do you have any sponsors?
No, I do not have any sponsors. Only my father supports me.
What is your goal for 2026?
My goal for 2026 is to become the best player in Spain.
What is your tennis dream?
My tennis dream is to become No. 1 and surpass Serena Williams.
Which player would you most like to meet and why?
I would most like to meet Serena Williams because she is strong and the best.
What do you enjoy doing outside of tennis?
Outside of tennis, I enjoy dancing and surfing.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
I would like to dedicate this interview to my parents and brothers.
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