Sunday, October 21, 2007

Tennis Legend Among US


By Omar Zahran

Name: Rafik Abbas Zaher
Born: April 11, 1991
Hometown: Alexandria, Egypt
Plays: Right-Handed (Double-Handed Backhand)
Height: 172 cm
Weight: 75 kg
Hair Color: Brownish-Yellow
Eye Color: Blue
Hobbies: Soccer, Tennis, PS2

Rafik is a self-motivated player and is always trying to reach the best of his abilities as a tennis player. He attended a tennis school in California last year and tried to make the best use of his time and to enhance his skills and techniques. He stated, "It was a good experience, but it was a bit hard." He also noted that there was not that much difference between Schutz and the other school, but as far as tennis is concerned he confirmed, "It is TOTALLY different”.

Rafik has won two titles for his school in the U.S. He benefited also from the fact that he was living in the school's dorm to become more independent.

Rafik is playing for the Alexandria Sporting Club after his return from the U.S. He goes everyday to the club to practice for hours and hours. He is currently a junior in Schutz American School, eager to receive a scholarship from a reputable university in the U.S. where he will later be discovered by a scout and achieve his dream of playing professional tennis and participating in all the four Grand Slams.

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