Get to know Kevin Anderson - Professional Tennis Player

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ABOUT THE ATHLETE

Kevin Anderson

Date of Birth: May 18, 1986 in Johannesburg, South Africa

Height: 6’8” (203cm)

Weight: 208lbs (94kg)

Age: 32

Coach: Brad Stine

- Began playing tennis at age 6.

- Played at University of Illinois for 3 seasons (2005-07), winning the 2006 NCAA doubles title, reaching the 2007 NCAA singles semi-finals, doubles final and team final. Earned All-American honours all 3 years.

- Reached a career-high ranking of World No. 5 on July 16, 2018.

- Was finalist at the 2017 US Open and 2018 Wimbledon.

- Won six ATP Tour titles: Pune (2019), Vienna (2018), New York (2018), Winston-Salem (2015), Delray Beach (2012) and Johannesburg (2011).

- Founded RealLifeTennis.com with wife Kelsey and ex-coach GD Jones, offering tennis tips and access to life on tour.

- Raised more than $100,000 at inaugural Grand Slam Cause for the Paws in 2018, supporting dog rescue Dezzy's Second Chance Animal Rescue and Ocean Conservancy’s Trash Free Seas Alliance.

- Enjoys playing guitar and spending time with his rescued Chiweenie, Lady Kady.

Question 1

WHAT IS THE ONE WORD THAT DESCRIBES YOU BEST?

Kevin: Motivated

Question 2

WHAT ARE YOUR TOP-3 FAVORITE ATP LAB SUPPLEMENT PRODUCTS?

Kevin: Pentacarb, Endurolyte XL and Growth Factor

Question 3

When did you start your career as a professional athlete?

Kevin: 2007
Question 4

If you weren’t a tennis player, what would you like to be?

Kevin: I probably would have become an athlete in another sport, but I would love to play guitar.
Question 5

What or who made you want to pursue an active and healthy lifestyle?

Kevin: My career as a tennis player and wanting to be the best athlete I can be made me want to lead as healthy a lifestyle as possible.
Question 6

WHEN IT COMES TO OUR PROTEIN SUPPLEMENT FLAVOURS, WHICH ONE DO YOU PREFER?

Vanilla, Chocolate, Raspberry or Salted Caramel?

Kevin: Cherry / Raspberry

Question 7

What is your position on the use of illegal or uncontrolled drugs in certain sports such as the fitness world?

Kevin: These drugs are banned in tennis, so I stay away from them entirely.
Question 8

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

Kevin: Being on time to the airport.

Question 9

Who is your favorite sports hero?

Kevin: Pete Sampras.

Question 10

What has been your best moment on a tennis court?

Kevin: Each time I’ve won a title on the ATP Tour has been a great moment for me, but others that stand out are playing in the US Open and Wimbledon finals against great champions of our sport (Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic). Both were incredible experiences and great moments.

Question 11

What is your favorite song to listen to before a match or while working out?

Kevin: I don’t typically listen to music before going on court, but when I’m working out or playing guitar, I love the rock classics - Dire Straights, Creedance Clearwater Revival and Tom Petty.

Question 12

If you had super powers, what would they be and what would your superhero name be?

Kevin: The ability to fly.

Question 13

What is your guilty pleasure or favorite cheat meal?

Kevin: I keep a strict diet, but I do like dark chocolate every once in a while.

Question 14

What is your most treasured possession?

Kevin: My wedding ring. During matches, I tie it into the shoelace of one of my shoes for safe keeping.

Question 15

What is your greatest fear?

Kevin: A little afraid of heights.

Question 16

What would be your perfect day?

Kevin: Relaxing at home with my wife and dog (she’s a rescued Chihuahua-Dachshund mix named Lady Kady), going to the beach for a little bit and playing some guitar.

Question 17

What quality do you like most in other people?

Kevin: Loyalty and work ethic.

Question 18

Where is the best place you’ve been?

Kevin: New Zealand is one of the most beautiful countries I’ve been to, but I also love being back home in Johannesburg.

Question 19

Knowing what you know now, what advice would you have given yourself when your career started?

Kevin: Be patient and know the hard work will pay off.
Question 20

WHY ATP LAB?

Kevin: I became a fan of the products when my physiotherapist and I were looking into new supplements for my daily use and on match days. I really like to know the science behind what I’m putting into my body and I think ATP Lab has a lot of knowledge and research they put into their products. As a professional athlete, I really appreciate and respect that.
Question 21

In a few words, what advice would you give to fans who seek a healthy lifestyle?

Kevin: Everybody is different and everyone’s life have different needs so be willing to try new things to find what works for you.
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