Diana Shnaider: “The headscarf is my ticket to individuality”
Rising Russian tennis star and First&Red ambassador Diana Shnaider stars in a new feature film.
Diana speaks openly about her path to a pro career, the support and influence of her family, and her unique personal style. She shares the emotions of winning an Olympic medal with Mirra Andreeva, how tournament organizers’ attitudes changed after she entered the top rankings, and the fun challenges that help fans get to know her better.
00:51 — Chapter 1: childhood clubs, moving for tennis, and balancing college with a pro career
10:25 — Chapter 2: climbing the rankings and handling growing pressure
13:30 — Chapter 3: Roland Garros, doubles with Mirra Andreeva, Olympic medal, and a new mixed doubles format
22:45 — Chapter 4: picking the kerchief and a headwear challenge
28:14 — Chapter 5: choosing a coach, working with her dad, and a rapid-fire Q&A
32:55 — Chapter 6: rest, no time for personal life, and a habit of saving money
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