Promising Perth teen Taylah Preston shares an insight into her practice routine in our “Train with the Pros” series.
Perth, Australia, 14 June 2024 | Leigh Rogers
Taylah Preston is proving one to watch.
The 18-year-old from Perth has recorded a number of impressive results this year, helping her rise to a career-high singles ranking of world No.134.
A maiden Grand Slam main-draw appearance at Australian Open 2024 was a major highlight, as well as becoming the first Aussie teen to score a singles win on debut in the Billie Jean King Cup competition since Ash Barty.
Preston opens up on her some of her favourite tennis memories and her practice routines in our Train with the Pros series.
You made your Australian Open main-draw debut earlier this year, can you remember your first experience of the tournament as a fan?
I came to the tournament to play Super 10s when I was nine and I remember it being the coolest thing ever. Dasha (Daria Saville) came and did a Q&A with us, which I thought that was pretty cool. Obviously, the Aussie Open is a very special event for Australians.
During that first experience, did you imagine you’d be back at the tournament less than 10 years later playing in the main draw?
I don’t know if I would have thought about that when I was nine. I mean, obviously, my dream was always to play in the Australian Open, but I think if I knew at nine that I’d be able to do that, I’d be pretty happy.
What are your goals for the 2024 season?
Definitely to improve my ranking and to play at all four of the Grand Slams, I think that would be awesome.
Do you have a favourite time of day to practice?
When I’m back home I like to practice nice and early, but it doesn’t really bother me too much.
Do you have a favourite part of your game to work on?
I think everything can always be worked on. My serve is something I’m always trying to get better and tweak in ways so that I can improve it.
Do you have a least favourite part of your game to work on?
Not really, no.
Brad Dyer has coached Taylah Preston since she was eight years old 🥹
In this week’s Coaching Spotlight, Dyer takes us through his journey with the Aussie rising star and how he has evolved as a coach alongside her.https://t.co/J73t0wAn2n
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