Coleman and his French partner Max Westphal won the boys' doubles grand slam title at the US Open 2021. (Photo provided by Hong Kong Tennis Association)
Coleman’s enthusiasm for tennis started at the age of five.
Crowned junior doubles champion at the US Open 2021 and Australian Open 2022, Coleman Wong made Hong Kong tennis history by becoming the first player from Hong Kong to win two Grand Slam titles.
Coleman's enthusiasm for tennis started at the age of 5. With unwavering passion since then, being a professional tennis player became his goal. Despite the pressure, Coleman found excitement and satisfaction during matches. He enjoyed playing tennis and strived to pursue victory, perfect techniques, and maintain stability in his performance.Throughout his years at school, Coleman made sacrifices in order to excel in both tennis and studies. Coleman officially set his sight on a professional athletic career at the age of 16 and he is grateful for the freedom and support given by his family.
Now 18, Coleman embraces challenges and never gives up. He is currently undergoing training at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain for seven hours a day. More often than not, he pushes himself and trains extra until he meets his daily target. Not long ago, he experienced the lowest time in his career. As he was not familiar with clay court techniques and footwork, he kept losing his matches on clay. Frustrated, he questioned himself if he should continue with tennis. Driven by his motto “No Regrets!”, Coleman braved his way against failures and empowered himself through constant learning and trying. Finally, he reached the quarter-finals of the boys’ singles at Wimbledon and the semi-finals at the US Open in 2022, surpassing his own personal record. Tennis has strengthened Coleman’s beliefs which enable him to improve further.
Despite difficulties and challenges ahead, Coleman does not regret his choice as a professional athlete. His current men’s world ranking is 747 and his target is to break into the top 350 this year. We wish Coleman the best in reaching new heights in Grand Slams and the Olympics!
