Pune, India — Diya Chaudhary, one of India’s promising junior tennis talents, burst onto the national radar with a sensational run of four consecutive finals in Ghana this year. Indian Tennis Daily caught up with Diya in Pune to discuss her season, her ambitious goals for the future, and her unique training setup.
Season Highlights and Review
ITD: You burst into the limelight this year with four back-to-back finals in Ghana. How do you review your season so far?
DC: I mean, last year was pretty good for me, especially the ending (October, November, and December). But this year did not go entirely as planned. But still, I’m trying my best to, you know, keep up with my rankings and all. So, yeah.
ITD: What do you think about the playing conditions here in Pune?
DC: I like the weather. The courts are also, I think, in my favor. The match I played yesterday, it was pretty good.
Training Setup and Future Goals
ITD: Can you share more details about your coaching setup? Where do you train, and who are your coaches and your physio?
DC: I train in Dehradun at the Heritage Tennis Academy, mainly under Mr. Pritam Singh. My physio is Mr. Chombal.
ITD: What are your goals for the next year and the next season?
DC: Next season, you know, I’m hoping maybe to get into the Top 100 [in the ITF Junior rankings] and maybe play the Junior Grand Slams and all. That’s my main goal.
ITD: Is US College tennis a consideration for you after your juniors?
DC: Yeah. After 11th grade, I’m thinking about approaching some colleges and all. Maybe if I can get a good scholarship and a top-tier college, I would definitely consider it.
⚡️ Diya Chaudhary: Rapid Fire Round
| Question | Diya’s Answer |
| Your Hobbies? | Listening to music and shopping. |
| Favorite Travel Destination (India & Abroad)? | Abroad: Australia. India: Goa. |
| A place you have not been to, but would love to visit next? | Definitely New York. |
| Favorite Tournament Amongst the Ones You’ve Played? | I would say the ones in Ghana. |
| Favorite Cuisine and Dish? | Dish: Butter Chicken with garlic naan. Cuisine: Japanese. |
| A Song on Repeat Mode? | “Haunted” by Beyoncé. |
| Favorite Movie or Show? | Twilight. |
| Dream Opponent? | Maria Sharapova. |
| A Loss Which Hurt You the Most? | Last year in Guwahati, when I lost to my close friend, Jaya. |
| A Win Which Gave You the Most Satisfaction? | This year in Dehradun, when I played against some girl from Dubai. |
| Your Favorite Grand Slam? | U.S. Open. |