Warrnambool tennis player Rhea Sony will take to the court at the Australian Open on Friday after picking up the sport up only two years ago.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
$0/
(min cost $0)
or signup to continue reading
The lucky nine-year-old has been selected to toss the coin before the start of one of the Grand Slam matches. She will also have the opportunity to have a hit on the court with other juniors from the Warrnambool Indoor Tennis Club.
“I am looking forward to seeing the players and having a photo taken with them,” Rhea said.
“I really hope I get to meet Serena Williams, she is my favourite player.
“She is really determined and has come back strong after her break.”
Eight-year-old Callum Wade has also been selected to toss a coin at the Open.
Both juniors will receive a commemorative coin, featuring an image of Australian tennis great Rod Laver, which will be used on the day and then theirs to keep as a memento of the occasion.
