May 22, 2011
Iveta Benesova has been wearing the Nike 'Maria Sharapova Collection' since the beginning of this year.
Below is an interview with Nike Tennis and a chance to get to know Iveta.
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Iveta's Story:
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WHERE ARE YOU FROM?
I was born in Most, Czech republic, but I'm living in Prague for 12 years already.
WHERE ARE YOU NOW?
Home, Prague. Love this city :-)
HOW OLD ARE YOU?
28 this year, but feel still like teenager, heheh...
HOW DID YOU GET YOUR START IN TENNIS?
My father took me to a tennis club when I was 7, and I was doing pretty good... So I started to play a little, nothing serious, just for fun and to have some hobby.
WHEN DID YOU KNOW YOU WANTED TO BE A PROFESSIONAL PLAYER?
I think when I was 12 or 13 of age. I was winning most of the tournaments and really liked to compete! I started to see myself playing Grand Slams one day and dreaming big!
DID YOU PLAY OTHER SPORTS OR HAVE OTHER INTERESTS BEFORE TENNIS?
No, tennis was the very first sport I tried...
WHY IS TENNIS THE PERFECT FIT?
I think there are many factors, but mainly it is the great choice of my parents. To me it is the best sport for a girl and the fact I had a talent and was doing well since the beginning helped a lot. I really appreciate everything my parents have done for me! With their passion and unstoppable support through all those years I can enjoy this very special and interesting life of a tennis player!
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About Iveta's Game:
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DESCRIBE YOUR GAME IN 3 WORDS
Baseline aggressive game.
WHAT IS YOUR MOST POWERFUL WEAPON?
Most of the people say it is my backhand, but I just love to hit a forehand down the line!
DO YOU HAVE ANY HABITS, ROUTINES OR SUPERSTITIONS THAT ARE PART OF YOUR GAME?
Pre-match routine is always pretty much the same. On court when I win a toss I like to take a receive to break a serve straight away :) I always bounce the ball 4x before first serve and 2x before second. When I'm winning I like to take a bench on the same side as previous match (so I don't like to go on court as second one, haha!)
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT TENNIS AND BEING ON THE TOUR?
There is not just one thing. I love to compete, the feeling of winning is like a drug sometimes :) ...play in front of a great crowds at the biggest tournaments...try to get better and push my limits...enjoy the ups and downs as well with my team...to travel around the world, visit new places, see different cultures, meet great people and make new friends!
WHAT ARE THE WORDS YOU LIVE BY?
* love * laugh
WHAT HAS BEEN THE GREATEST WIN OR MOST DEFINING MOMENT IN YOUR CAREER?
Oooooh there is so many great experiences! I would need a lot more space for this answer :)
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About Iveta's Life Off Court:
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DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONALITY IN 3 WORDS.
* stubborn * impatient * honest
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE OFF COURT?
Casual, sexy, chic. I like minimalism combined with designers accessories.
YOU CHOSE THE OUTFIT YOU'RE WEARING IN YOUR PHOTO. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT IT?
It is a typical outfit I like to wear in warm days. And I love my Converse shoes, I have them in every color I think!
WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU COULDN'T PLAY TENNIS?
I would try to work in fashion industry or be an actress :)
HOW DO YOU SPEND YOUR FREE TIME?
like to enjoy my free time with family and friends, cause I don't see them very often. And I love to sleep! Morning without alarm ringing is the best!!
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Iveta's Take on Fashion & Maria Sharapova's Collection:
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WHAT DO YOU ADMIRE ABOUT Maria Sharapova?
I think she is a great role model on and off the court. One of the top athletes in the world with a huge personality and charisma. Her story is pretty amazing and for sure she inspired millions of people to fight for their dreams! She is also giving back a lot to those who were not that lucky in their lives and trying to help whenever she can! I like her style as well and I think she has a great sense of humor!
WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT HER COLLECTION?
It is very unique collection to me, different from the others. Very feminine, fits perfectly, great material, nice colors that are put together and always with some interesting details! It is important for me to feel comfortable on court with what I'm wearing, but with her collections it is even better! ;) It is high fashion in tennis to me!
DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE OUTFIT FROM HER COLLECTION?
Tough question :) I loved her Australian open dress this year, great cut and colors! So far I liked all of the outfits and I'm looking forward to the next ones too! I was lucky to see some lay-outs and I can't wait to wear them!
WHAT DO YOU LOOK FOR IN TENNIS APPAREL? WHAT ARE SOME MUST-HAVES?
It really has to be comfortable and fit perfectly, so nothing bothers me during play. Material is also important and Nike has the best! And must-haves is a match shirt with long sleeves for cold days or evenings and a pack of wristbands, visors or headbands.
And the Queen of Scream could even win the French Open, the one title missing from her collection of major championships.
Resources : http://www.mariasharapova.com/
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