Renowned tennis player Elina Avanesyan has opened a new chapter in Armenian sports history, becoming the first Armenian athlete to break into the Top 40 of the WTA world rankings. With the support of the Keron Development Foundation, Elina obtained Armenian citizenship, proudly representing Armenia on the international stage and contributing to the country’ s sports development. To celebrate this remarkable milestone, Homenetmen Glendale Ararat organized a special event with Elina and the Armenian community on March 9 at the Burbank Tennis Center.
The gathering included a Q & A session with Elina, a tennis clinic for young athletes, and an exhibition match with young Armenian-American tennis players. After, 30 young Armenian athletes participated in a tennis clinic, where Elina and experienced coaches offered hands-on training, valuable insights, and mentorship.