6 Fun Facts about Ostapenko and Kasatkina
Jelena Ostapenko
Residence: Riga, Latvia
Date of Birth: 08 Jun 1997
Birthplace: Riga, Latvia
Height: 5′ 10″ (1.77 m)
Weight: 150 lbs. (68 kg)
Plays: Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
FUN FACTS:
- Mother is her coach
- She has a dog named Juljeta
- Favorite shots are serve and backhand
- Tennis idol is Serena Williams
- Was a professional ballroom dancer for seven years
- Started playing tennis at age five
Daria Kasatkina
Residence: Togliatty, Russia
Date of Birth: 07 May 1997
Birthplace: Togliatty, Russia
Height: 5′ 7″ (1.70 m)
Weight: 137 lbs. (62 kg)
Plays: Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
FUN FACTS:
- Her brother is her fitness trainer
- Speaks Russian and English
- Favorite surface is clay
- Favorite shot is forehand
- Loves soccer (favorite team is FC Barcelona)
- Best tennis memory is winning Roland Garros juniors
Related Articles
Important Tournament Update
Dear Volvo Car Open Fan, As the highly anticipated 2021 tennis season kicks off this week in Australia,...
Read moreVolvo Car Stadium to Undergo Extensive Renovations
Modernization of the stadium will enhance the patron experience and attract premier events. CHARLESTON,...
Read morePROFESSIONAL TENNIS RETURNS TO CHARLESTON, SC WITH CREDIT ONE BANK INVITATIONAL, BROADCASTED LIVE ON TENNIS CHANNEL
LTP Daniel Island to host women’s tennis tournament with portion of proceeds going to frontline healthcare...
Read more