Nicole Vaidisova

• Residence: Prague, Czech Republic
• DOB: April 23, 1989
• Birthplace: Nurnberg, Germany
• Height: 6' (1.83m)
• Weight: 139 lbs. (63 kg)
• Plays: Right-handed (two-handed backhand)

Biography

Nicole Vaidisova has been playing tennis since she was six years old. She is a student of Nick Bollettieri and trains at the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy in Bradenton, Florida.

Her serve is considered her biggest weapon. As of June 8, 2009, Vaidisova is ranked World No. 60. On August 9, 2006, at the age of 17 years, three months, and two weeks, she became the 12th-youngest player in WTA Tour history to be ranked in the top 10. She achieved a career-high ranking of World No. 7 on May 14, 2007.

Vaidisova is a face of Reebok and has been featured in their "I Am What I Am" and "Run Easy" campaigns. She also endorses Citizen Watch Co., Ltd and its Eco-Drive design. An avid reader, she is part of the "Get Caught Reading Campaign" to encourage people to read more. She has taken part in other philanthropic causes, such as becoming an ambassador for PlayPumps International, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing clean drinking water to African children. She is represented by Olivier van Lindonk of IMG.

As of March 2009, she is coached by her stepfather, Ales Kodat, who replaced David Felgate.

Career History