Status: WTA no. 76.
DOB: Oct. 9, ’93 In: Cleveland, OH
Ht: 5-2
First memory of tennis: “When I was nine and a half years old I played my first tournament and I made it to the final and I was wearing these big loafers as tennis shoes. And I lost in the final and I ended up crying, I was so mad because I wanted to win so bad.”
Tennis inspirations: “Kim Clijsters. I think she was one of my favorites. She’s just an all around amazing person, so down to earth. And Roger Federer, of course.”
Last book read: “I read Gaby Douglas’ book after she won the Olympics.”
Current car: “A Volkswagen Antigua (white).”
First famous tennis player you met or encountered: “Kim Clijsters. (Where?) Miami. When I was eleven, maybe. I came to watch her and she was signing autographs.”
Favorite ice cream flavor: “Oreo.”
Greatest career moment (so far): “Probably, so far, when I won Orange Bowl 20l0. I won quite a few matches in a row and it was really a fulfilling feeling. It was really nice.”
Most painful moment: “Can’t think of one. I mean, every time you lose is very painful.”
Favorite tournaments: “Indian Wells, French Open, Miami.”
Funny tennis memory: “I have gotten pooped on by birds quite a few times. During the match [smiles].”
Strangest match: “No. Nothing comes to mind.”
Closest tennis friends: “Madison Keys is one of my really good friends. Allison Riske. And Melanie Oudin.”
Funniest players encountered: “Andrea Petkovic. She’s funny.”
Favorite sport outside of tennis: “Soccer.”
Three athletes you like to watch & follow: “Ray Lewis is my all time favorite. (Why?) Just his personality, it’s so amazing. He’s such a fighter, he’s fought so much adversity and hopefully I get the chance to meet him soon because he lives in Miami. Roger Federer. And Beckham.”
Why do you love playing tennis: “The feeling you get when you win a match, it tops everything, any feeling in the world, so…”
People qualities most admired: “I like a sense of humor. And honesty. And loyalty.”
Andrew Miller · August 14, 2013 at 8:28 am
Davis’ game looks good, go Davis!
Scoop Malinowski · August 14, 2013 at 10:56 am
She’s had several notable good wins over name players. She is definitely a scrapper. You GO Girl )