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By Lusine Shahbazyan
I feel a strong connection with Armenia, and I want to contribute to the development of Armenian tennis. I will do everything to properly represent Armenia at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. With the right work, my chances will be very big in Los Angeles. Elina Avanesyan, Armenia’s representative ranked 47th in the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) world rankings, said this in an interview with NEWS.am Sport.
Last week, Elina Avanesyan was in Yerevan. During the five days of her stay in Armenia’s capital, the tennis player whose roots are from Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) met with children from Artsakh, held a master class, trained, had meetings, participated in a forum, and celebrated her birthday in Yerevan for the first time.
The reporter of NEWS.am Sport also attended one of Avanesyan's training days and talked with her about her decision to change her sports citizenship, her connection with Armenia, the responsibility of playing under the flag of Armenia, and her big goals.
Elina Avanesyan has been representing Armenia since August. She was assisted by the Armenian Tennis Federation, the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of Armenia, and the Keron Development Foundation in changing her sports citizenship and obtaining Armenian citizenship. Also, she is the ambassador of Keron Development Foundation.
Elina, first of all, thank you for accepting the interview proposal. What are your impressions of the meeting with Armenian fans? How was your birthday in Armenia?
My first meeting with Armenian fans was an unforgettable day, full of emotions. The tennis community [in Armenia] received me with great warmth and sincerity. All this encouraged me and gave me new strength to move forward. I had unique feelings spending my birthday in Armenia for the first time. That day was not just a holiday for me, but an opportunity to rethink the connection with my roots, to feel warmth and support from the people who met me here.
Let's start from the very beginning. When and on whose advice did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis at a very early age. My older brother used to attend tennis. One day, I wanted to play, too. My parents and uncle have played a very important role in my career. I am very grateful to them.
What contributed to your decision to become a tennis player?
There has always been an inner desire to prove to myself and others that I can do more. Tennis is a sport that regularly challenges, and that excites me.
Who is your idol in tennis?
I have always been drawn by the game of Serena Williams; her resilience, strong character, endless desire to win. She is a bright example of the fact that hard work, dedication to tennis can lead to heights.
Who is your biggest critic?
I myself. I always try to be sincere and objective about my results, performances; I analyze my mistakes and think about how to become better.
How do you deal with defeat?
Losing is part of sports. Of course, it is desirable to always win, to be a winner, but defeats teach us to be strong. I take them as lessons that help me grow and improve.
What can cause disappointment in tennis?
Disappointments can be when you see injustice, unfair treatment. I try to focus on the positive moments and focus on why I chose this sport; that is, the love for tennis and the passion for fighting.
What is the biggest achievement in your sports career?
I consider every participation and victory in a major international tournament as the greatest achievement in my career. Apart from all this, at this moment I consider it a great achievement to perform under the flag of Armenia. This is a special achievement, which is a great pride and an equally great responsibility for me.
Tell us about your Armenian roots. Where were you born?
I was born and raised in Russia, but my roots come from Artsakh. My parents, our family have always preserved the Armenian traditions, the connection with the Armenian culture. We spoke Armenian at home. I have always been proud of my Armenian roots. It is very important for me to be honest with myself and the people around me. I find that my nationality is a part of my essence and nature.
Apart from the fact that you have received an excellent proposal from the Keron Foundation, what was the main reason for the decision to change [your] sports citizenship and compete under the flag of Armenia?
I feel a strong connection with Armenia, and I want to contribute to the development of Armenian tennis. The proposal of the Keron charitable foundation was not only support for me, but an opportunity to make all my aspirations come true and to have my share in the development of Armenian sports.
Your first competition under the Armenian flag was the WTA 1000 tournament in Cincinnati. Was the tension high?
It is a great honor for me to represent Armenia in such a high-class tournament. The tension was high, it was a responsible moment. I felt the support of the fans there, and I tried to show my best game. The first tournament [playing under Armenia’s flag] was very important for me in order to justify everyone's trust.
You lost in the third round of the main phase in Cincinnati. What was missing in the match with Liudmila Samsonova?
Lyudmila is a strong competitor. It turned out to be a tense game with her. I lost focus in a few episodes. There are some highlights in my game that need to be worked on. I take it as a motivation to improve my playing level in the future.
In the next two tournaments, the WTA 500 and US Open, what prevented [you from playing better in those competitions]?
Sport is ups and downs. I was sick and could not participate in these two tournaments as I wanted. Moments like this help [you] understand what aspects you need to work on to be stronger in the future.
Iga Swiatek tops the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) rankings. Which of the top ten female tennis players have you met on the court? What would you say about them? What qualities one need to have to be in the top ten?
I have played with such tennis players as Maria Sakkari, Zheng Qinwen, Ons Jabeur. Playing anyone in the top 10 is a challenge and a great learning opportunity. Each of them has their strengths: technique, tactics, mental stability. To be in the top 10, hard work, stability, and the ability to adapt to different conditions, competitors are needed.
Tennis is developing slowly in Armenia. According to you, what is the main reason, the problem?
One reason is that there is little infrastructure. There is non-professional support for young tennis players. I believe that with the support of the Keron Foundation, we can change the situation and draw more attention to this sport [in Armenia].
I know that changing your sports citizenship was being planned earlier in order to represent Armenia in Paris 2025, but it did not work out due to technical reasons. Will we see you at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics?
Competing in the Olympics is one of my biggest goals. I will do everything to prepare and represent Armenia at the highest level at the 2028 Olympics. I believe that with proper preparation and support, my chances at the Olympics are quite realistic.
What is your biggest dream in big sports?
My biggest dream is to be the first in the [women’s world] tennis rankings. Besides that, I also dream of being a source of inspiration for young tennis players. I want my competitions to inspire others, help them believe in their own abilities, and strive for the highest—no matter what the obstacles are.