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9-Year-Old Tennis Prodigy 'Panther' Poised for World No. 1
15 Jan
Summary
- Legendary coach Rick Macci trains Ukrainian prodigy Vlada Hranchar.
- Hranchar fled war in Ukraine and relocated to the United States.
- Macci believes Hranchar has the work ethic and talent for world No. 1.
Nine-year-old Vlada Hranchar, a tennis prodigy from Ukraine, is being trained by legendary coach Rick Macci, who famously mentored Serena and Venus Williams. Macci has expressed his belief that Hranchar possesses all the necessary qualities to become the world's number one player.
Hranchar's journey to this point is remarkable; her family fled their home in Odesa due to the war in Ukraine in 2022. After a complex relocation, they eventually settled in the United States, where Hranchar's exceptional talent quickly garnered attention.
Macci, who has taken on Hranchar's representation, emphasizes her extraordinary work ethic and believes she has "every box checked" for success. He, along with Hranchar's parents, is committed to nurturing her talent while ensuring she enjoys a normal childhood.
