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Shaner Gabaldon tennis player is a Filipino junior tennis player born in 2013 who lives in Pasig City. Competing in the 14U Girls category, she is currently ranked No. 3 in the Philippines and has already achieved international success as the ATF Brunei Category 2 singles and doubles champion.
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.
👧 Shaner Gabaldon | Biography, June 2026
| Full Name | Shaner Gabaldon |
| Date of birth | June 18, 2013 |
| Nationality | Filipino 🇵🇭 |
| Residence | Pasig City, Philippines |
| Age started tennis | 3 |
| Tennis age category | U14 |
| Philippines tennis ranking | #3 |
| ATF ranking | #141 |
| ITF junior ranking | |
| UTR tennis rating | 6.xx |
| Tennis club | Valle Verde Country Club |
| Coaches | Bobby Esquivel Ronard Joven |
| Sponsors | Babolat |
| @shaner_gabaldon123 |
🎙️ Shaner Gabaldon | Interview, June 2026
Introduce yourself: Name, Age, Date of Birth, Nationality, City of Residence
My name is Shaner Gabaldon. I am 13 years old and I was born on June 18, 2013. I am Filipino and I live in Pasig City, Philippines.
What languages do you speak?
I speak Filipino and English.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis when I was 3 years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
Yes, my uncles, aunties, and grandparents on my mother’s side play tennis.
In which tennis club do you train?
I train at Valle Verde Country Club.
What is your coaching team?
My coaches are Bobby Esquivel and Ronard Joven.
What is your weekly training routine?
I go to school from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., then I train from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
My greatest strengths are my forehand and serve. I need to work on my footwork, slices, and volleys.
What is your age category and ranking?
I compete in the 14U Girls category and I am ranked No. 3 in the Philippines.
What have been your greatest successes so far?
One of my greatest successes so far was becoming singles and doubles champion at the ATF Brunei Category 2 tournament.
In which countries have you played tournaments?
I have played tournaments in Brunei, Malaysia, and Vietnam.
Do you have any sponsors?
Yes, I am sponsored by Babolat only.
What is your goal for 2026?
My goal is to win more ATF tournaments and seek more sponsorships.
What is your tennis dream?
My tennis dream is to become a professional tennis player and be world No. 1.
Which player would you most like to meet and why?
My dream is to meet Rafael Nadal because I like his mentality. I would like to ask him how he managed to have such a great mentality on court.
What do you enjoy doing outside of tennis?
Outside of tennis, I like studying, reading, and watching shows or movies.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
I would like to dedicate this interview to my family.
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