Mathis is not only proficient in English and French but is also expanding his linguistic capabilities by learning German. This multilingual proficiency underscores his adaptability and eagerness to engage with diverse cultures and perspectives, qualities that will undoubtedly enrich his academic and social experiences in the United States.
Athletic Information
Mathis distinguishes himself on the tennis court as a formidable baseline player, having an outstanding forehand and serve. His strategy is evident as he converts his backhand shots to leverage his powerful forehand, often approaching the net to swiftly conclude points. A favored tactic of his, the Serve + 1 strategy, showcases his ability to dominate play right from the service game.
Mathis's passion for tennis extends beyond singles play; he has a keen interest in doubles and has participated in Interclub (team matches) from a young age. His experience is further enriched by competing in various ITF tournaments, highlighting his versatility and team spirit.
Currently representing the interclub team of Bex, Mathis commits to daily practice sessions that include rigorous physical training, highlighting his dedication and discipline. His impressive journey in tennis began early, with a notable victory in a national master in Switzerland during his U10 years. Presently, Mathis has a Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) of 10.77 and a Swiss ranking of 184th (R1). He has also reached a rank of 549th in the U14 Europe tennis ranking.
Best results of the past year:
1-6 6-3 2-6 loss to Fynn Skender (UTR 12.45) Sept, 2023
6-4 6-4 win over Mateja Stanisavljevic (UTR 10.60) Sept, 2023
6-1 6-5 win over Maxime Baur (UTR 10.45) Sept, 2023
1-6 6-3 6-7 loss to Lars Aregger (UTR 11.80) July 2023
6-2 6-4 win over Zaccharie Cado (UTR 9.92) July 2023
6-1 6-1 win over Ragul Paranitharan (UTR 10.40) July, 2023
6-3 7-5 win over Laurent Teysseire (UTR 10.27) July 2023
6-1 6-1 win over Adel Aissaoui (UTR 9.57) July, 2023
6-2 6-2 win over Leander Hulliger (UTR 9.85) July, 2023
