Matt Reid

Matt Reid started playing tennis at age six because his family had an old asphalt tennis court in their backyard. Matt has a twin sister, Ellen, and younger brothers and sisters, Nick and Grace.

Despite beginning his schooling in Australia, Matt was offered a scholarship to the Nick Bollettieri Academy in Florida when he was 15. Matt boarded at the Academy for two years so that he could complete Year 12 via online education while training.

His tennis heroes are Pat Rafter, because of his modesty and sportsmanship and also Lleyton Hewitt for his on-court focus and determination.

His favourite tournament is Wimbledon, the scene of his most memorable moment on court to date – fighting out an epic boys’ doubles final alongside compatriot Bernard Tomic before falling 10-12 in the final set.

When not on the tennis court, Matt enjoys playing rugby union, poker and surfing. His favourite movie is Never Back Down, his favourite artists are Chris Brown and Coldplay and his favourite food is sushi.