Strong Is Beautiful
Francesca Schiavone

Ashleigh Barty

Aus
Residence: Ipswich, Australia
DOB: April 24, 1996
Birthplace: Ipswich, Australia
Height: 5' 5" (1.64m)
Weight: 137 lbs. (62 kg)
Plays: Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
Status:
JANUARY - Fell in Brisbane qualifying; fell 1r at Hobart (l. to Mattek-Sands).
2010 - Played first events of career on ITF Circuit in Australia.

2011 - Played first WTA qualifying at US Open (as WC).
Coached by Jim Joyce and Scott Draper; member of Australian Institute Of Sport Pro Tour Program ... Father is Robert, mother is Josie; sisters are Ali and Sara ... Has two dogs, two cats and a bird ... Started playing at age 5 when parents introduced her to the sport ... Baseliner whose favorite shot is forehand; favorite surface is clay ... Attends school at Woodcrest State College in Brisbane ... Also enjoys reading, video games, fishing ... Self-described as a "sporty nerd" ... Person most admired is Evonne Goolagong ... Goal is to reach Top 10.
- Junior highlights include winning 2011 Wimbledon title (d. Khromacheva in final).