The Olympic tennis judge enjoys the “honor” of representing the country

The Olympic tennis judge enjoys the “honor” of representing the country

A potential medal contestant at the Olympic tennis event is very proud to be able to compete for their nation in the Tokyo Games.

World number 12 Hubert Hurkacz is ready and rare to go to the competition to win a medal for Poland at the Olympics.

The 24-year-old ranks seventh in the Tokyo men’s singles, and he looks confident of being able to deliver.

“I always dreamed of the Olympics,” Hurkacz told the ITF. “I always wanted to go there. Atmosphere, being with other players, fighting for medals.

“It is an honor [to represent Poland]. I mean, there’s something special about representing your country at the Olympics, so it means a lot to me and I try my best to be as good as possible. “

The Pole has had an impressive season so far after winning the Miami Masters and reaching the semifinals at Wimbledon.

“[Winning a medal] would be something special, ”Hurkacz added. “When you come to the Olympics, you want to go there to get a medal. So getting a medal is a huge achievement, a dream.

“When I was younger, I always believed in myself and the day I could reach [reaching the Olympics] and dreaming about it. And then, in fact, by doing it, it’s great to get there to compete. “