Francisco Ribas Santos

I started playing tennis at 5, when I tried it once and never stopped. I play for LX Team (CT Paço do Lumiar) and consider myself a good player because I respect the rules and my opponents, always giving my best until the end. My goal is to work to be the best I can be. My idol is Rafael Nadal; I admire his fighting spirit and dedication, and I’d love to hit balls with him to learn. In Vanguard Stars 2023, my most fun moment was the Frankfurt stage, shared with friends and my Vanguard family. Through the circuit, I improved my level, focus, and concentration. I played in all stages except Seville, with Frankfurt being my favourite. What I love most about the circuit is playing tennis with my friends. In my free time, I play PlayStation and watch YouTube. In my ideal world, I achieve my dream of being a tennis player and doing it every day. I’m supported by my family, friends, coaches, and sponsors.