What are my chances of becoming a pro tennis player?

Tennis parents, look at these facts: Odds of becoming tennis pro: 2 in 10000 or 0.0002. Break even for a pro ranked #150 in the world is approx. $160K year. It takes 4-8 years to reach top 200, at a cost of $160K year that is between $640K-$1,28M.

How many times a week does a tennis player train?

Top professionals spend 3-4 hours on court for at least four days per week, with less intense sessions on two other days. They will fit strength and conditioning sessions, incorporating speed, agility, and weights, in between on-court sessions.

Is it too late to become a professional tennis player?

Yes. It is too late to compete on the ATP tour. Much too late, you will not be able to compete. However, there are leagues for older people, and if you’re good enough eventually, there is a senior tour.

How many people play tennis each year?

(Tennis Industry Association) #6. About 9.8 million people are considered core tennis players, meaning that they find time to play at least 10 times per year. That trend has been heading downward since 2010. (Tennis Industry Association)

What are the most interesting facts about tennis?

#1. In 2016, interest in the tennis industry grew by 0.6\%, with over 18 million players in the U.S. reporting that they played the game. Since 2011, the sport has seen an average growth rate of 0.4\%. (Tennis Industry Association) #2. There was a 16\% in tennis players who were interested in the cardiovascular benefits of the sport.

What is The racial makeup of a tennis player?

#8. 68\% of the population which describes themselves as a tennis player is white/Caucasian. The only population group besides whites that are over-represented within the tennis community are Asians and Pacific Islanders in the U.S., who make up 12\% of tennis players. (Tennis Industry Association)

Is the tennis industry taking the first step forward?

The tennis industry has taken the first steps forward on a journey that will likely be long and difficult. More players, including youth players, are coming to the sport. The growth rates in the younger demographics, however, are not shifting the spectrum of the playing population.