Growing up in Sydney, Alexei discovered his passion for tennis at an early age. The moment he picked up a racquet, he was hooked. The sound of the ball hitting the strings, the feel of the court under his feet, and the thrill of competition captivated him. Watching professional matches on TV fueled his dreams, but it was the endless hours of practice and the unwavering support from his family that solidified his love for the game. Each match, each swing, deepened the connection to tennis.