The Noah Rubin Q&A #1 - Former Junior Grand Slam Winner and Rising ATP Star
Let us introduce, Noah Rubin, former Junior Slam winner and rising ATP Star. If your a follower of our Instagram Account you would have definitely seen videos of Noah, working hard off court in the gym to tough practise sessions in the dessert to winning huge long points on court. We were delighted when he said he would take part in our Q&A.
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Here we go.
What age did you start playing tennis at?
1 Years old
Did any of your parents play tennis?
Yes
What was your highest ITF world ranking (under 18)?
6 (he won Junior Wimbledon in 2014)
What tennis academy did you train at as a junior?
Sportime which turned into JMTA
Did you go to University?
Wake Forest for one year
What age did you decide to go pro?
19/20
What was your highest ATP/WTA ranking?
164
If you weren't a pro what do you think you would be doing?
Photo Journalism
Are you a Km/h or Mp/h person?
Mp/h
Whats your biggest weapon on court?
Speed
Do you like flying?
Yes
Your flying class?
I mix it up!
What clothing company are you sponsored by?
Asics
What rackets do you use?
Head Instinct
Is the racket personalised for you? Do you know the weight?
Yes and 340 grams
What strings do you use?
Solinco Hyper G
What tension are your strings?
50-54
How many rackets do you carry in your bag for a match?
5
Whats grips do you use?
Head Tourna
Are you a sweatband person?
Yes
Did you ever use a tournament towel as a gift!?
Ha, yes!
Do you have a prematch song you like to play to get you in the zone?
Different every tournament.
Who was your childhood tennis hero?
James Blake/ Roger Federer/Andre Agassi
Do you prefer Running/Biking/Love Both or Hate Both?
Running
Are you good at jokes? Tell us one!
I am more a sarcastic funny.
A massive thanks to Noah for taking the time to answer our questions. We is currently recovering from injury and we hope he can get back on court very soon. Wish him well in the comment section below.
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