Arthur Fery’s childhood coaches ‘proud’ ahead of quarter-final

Alison Taylor, who coached Fery from the age of four until he was 12, watched the win from the Royal Box.

She said former world number one tennis player Roger Federer watched the game and congratulated Fery on his performance. She added: “It was an amazing match, a real rollercoaster. Knowing Arthur, he’s just fearless.”

Taylor said Fery had been brought through the ranks “with slow, steady progress”, despite suggestions when he was younger that he needed more private coaching.

“He thrives on the big occasion, and he loves to perform.

“He’s worked so hard and he’s had a lot of setbacks with injuries,” she said.

“I felt pride for him, his family and his whole team. I played a small part in his upbringing and gave him a love of the game, but he’s put in the hard work and it’s showing.”

Young players currently training at Fery’s former club said they were inspired by him.

One member said: “It’s really wonderful knowing that he used to play on these courts… the whole community really knows him.

“And we’re all really proud of him and how far he’s been able to go.”

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