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Zavier Augustin Back in Form
Zavier Augustin is Back in Great Form!
Returning to the tennis academy at the end of September with diminished confidence and a lack of reference points, Zavier Augustin chose to rebuild from the ground up. After a challenging period, he committed himself fully to daily training, discipline, and consistency, with one clear goal: rediscover his best level of play and regain enjoyment on the court.
Over the course of two months, Zavier pushed through intense training blocks: physical preparation to regain power and explosiveness, technical sessions to stabilize his strengths, and significant mental work to rebuild his match confidence. This complete approach, developed with the academy’s coaching team, allowed him to progress step by step by focusing on long-term development rather than short-term results.
This commitment paid off during an ITF Juniors J100 tournament in Norway, where Zavier delivered an impressive week of tennis. On a demanding surface and in sometimes difficult conditions, he stayed composed and determined, stringing together strong performances and showing exemplary on-court attitude. He reached the singles final after defeating several highly ranked players, confirming that his level is steadily returning.
But the success didn’t stop there: Zavier also captured the doubles title, showcasing his teamwork, tactical awareness, and fighting spirit on every point. This victory highlights his progress in communication, decision-making, and his desire to give everything for the team. It also reflects his improved tactical understanding and ability to handle pressure moments.
Congratulations to him for his self-reflection, his willingness to make changes, and the discipline he has shown throughout this period. His progress embodies one of the academy’s core values: hard work pays off. When dedication, structure, and trust in the coaching process come together, results inevitably follow — both in singles and doubles.
We will continue building on this momentum, setting new goals for the upcoming international tournaments while keeping the same priorities: long-term development, a balance between performance and personal growth, and the desire to give one’s best in every training session. The road ahead is still long, but this week in Norway shows that Zavier is clearly on the right path.
To learn more about the junior circuit and Zavier’s ranking progress, visit the official ITF website: ITF Tennis. To follow national schedules and upcoming tournaments, check the USTA. For insights into the mental preparation of high-level athletes, you can explore the performance section on Olympics.com.
Hard work pays off — let’s keep going!
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