Noah Rubin, a former junior Wimbledon champion, shares his struggles with the often harsh realities of professional tennis. Despite initial success, he faced immense pressure and isolation, leading him to question the happiness and stability of a career in the sport. Many players endure financial hardship, with limited earnings outside major tournaments, often leading to anxiety and depression. Rubin's experience illustrates that beyond the glamorous surface of tennis lies a challenging world where many athletes struggle to make a living and maintain mental health.
"I was crying hysterically by myself... Is there any real true happiness and stability in this sport? And I think we got to the answer of: 'No, there's not.'"
"It ends up with anxiety and depression. How dark it is to travel to some unknown locations by yourself... knowing that you're about to hop on this court..."
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