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'You have to have a thick skin in this sport,' Danielle Collins reveals how challenging it was for her to make a name in tennis coming from a humble background

Developed and played by nobility, tennis is often considered a rich sport, with the cost of equipment and training far exceeding that of other sports. Making a name for oneself in tennis, coming from humble beginnings, is a feat in itself – A feat many modern-day greats have achieved, including Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams.

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