Salvatore Azzollini – Junior Tennis Player (2013 • Italy)
“My dream is to participate in a Grand Slam and represent my country in the Davis Cup.”
Salvatore Azzollini is a junior tennis player born in 2013, representing Italy.
He competes on the Tennis Europe Junior Tour and continues to develop his game through structured training and regional international competition.
Like many junior players featured in our Boys section, Salvatore Azzollini is gaining valuable experience on the European junior stage.
Through Tennis Papers, discover an exclusive profile and interview highlighting his tennis journey, playing style, competitive experience, and ambitions.
This profile is based on an exclusive interview conducted by Tennis Papers.
Salvatore Azzollini | Biography, January 2026
| NAME | Salvatore Azzollini |
| Date of birth | February 9, 2013 |
| Nationality | Italian 🇮🇹 |
| Residence | Andria, Italy |
| Age started tennis | 4 |
| Tennis age category | U13 |
| National ranking | Top 10 |
| International ranking | #968 Europe U14 |
| Tennis club | Circolo Tennis Barletta |
| Coaches | Francesco Faggella Flavio Piazzolla Federico Mirgone |
| Sponsors | Babolat |
| @salvatore_azzollini |
Andria, Italy 🇮🇹 – land of castles & Apulian heritage
🏰 Home to the iconic Castel del Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage site
🏛️ A city rich in medieval history & architecture
🌿 Surrounded by olive groves and fertile countryside
🍽️ Known for traditional Apulian cuisine and local products
🎭 Strong ties to culture, festivals & traditions
✨ A timeless blend of history, landscape & southern Italian identity
Salvatore Azzollini | Interview, January 2026
Hello, introduce yourself please.My name is Salvatore Azzollini, I am 12 years old, and I was born on February 9, 2013.
I live in Andria, Italy.What languages do you speak?Italian, French, English.
At what age did you start playing tennis?4 years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?My father and my twin sister Raffaella.
In which club do you train?Circolo Tennis Barletta.
Who are your coaches?Francesco Faggella, Flavio Piazzolla, and Federico Mirgone.
What is your weekly training routine?Every day except Sunday.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?My best quality is my one-handed backhand and I need to improve my serve.
What is your age category and your national ranking?Under 13, ranked number 10 in Italy.
What have been your greatest successes so far?
- Victory at the regional championships
- Round of 16 at the Italian championships
In which countries have you played tournaments?Italy.
Do you have any sponsors?Babolat.
What is your goal for 2026?To be able to improve my playing skills.
What is your tennis dream?My dream is to participate in a Grand Slam and represent my country in the Davis Cup.
Who are your favorite tennis players?Roger Federer and Lorenzo Musetti.
What do you enjoy outside of tennis?I like playing ping pong.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?My grandfather.
Salvatore, thank you for the interview 🙌
Tennis Papers wishes you all the best in your tennis journey 💜🩷
