Diana Shnaider

The former junior standout had planned to make a college tennis debut with N.C. State, but those plans may change after winning her first Grand Slam main ...

Of course, the decision may have already been made: after all, she has already earned around $200,000 in prize money from her four wins in Australia, money she can’t claim without turning pro and giving up college for good. State coaches who believed she was passing up on pro-level success by pursuing the college route. State,” she explained in a video announcing her commitment to play during the 2022-2023 season. Amid a wave of young Czech stars like the Fruhvirtova sisters and Linda Noskova, Shnaider emerged on the junior Grand Slam stage alongside fellow Russian Oksana Selekhmeteva. The junior standout announced her intention to leave the pro ranks to play college tennis at N.C. Beginner's Guide