“I used to have a poster”

Former tennis player turned influencer Rachel Stuhlmann, who aspires to become in tennis sort of what Paige Spiranac is for golf, pointed out her favorite tennis players in a recent interview to Maxim magazine: Rafael Nadal, Andrey Rublev, Reilly Opelka, and Ons Jabeur.

“I’ve loved Rafael Nadal since I was little; growing up I used to have a poster of him on my wall! He’s the prime definition of a sportsman and champion. Andrey Rublev was always one of my favorite interviews.

He’s honest, humble, and such a likable guy! I also love his game style- his forehand is amazing,” said Rachel Stuhlmann for Maxim. “Reilly Opelka is a good friend of mine! I love how he has his own style and hobbies outside of tennis, like art and fashion.

He’s also the sweetest guy! And everybody loves Ons Jabeur—she’s one of the most likable and fun players on tour! I’ve been in many of Ons’ press conferences in the past, but hadn’t met her in person until I was in the player’s lounge at Western & Southern Open a couple of weeks ago and she came up to me and gave me a hug which I thought was so sweet!”