British tennis sensation Sonay Kartal is making waves at Wimbledon, not just with her powerful game, but also by inviting the public to help choose her 15th tattoo.
Wimbledon’s Latest Wildcard Darling
Sonay Kartal, the 23-year-old from Brighton, has become a fan favorite at Wimbledon. As a wildcard entry, she’s captivated audiences, especially after a stellar performance saw her reach Round 3.
Her no-nonsense, efficient play has earned her praise, even after upsetting 20th seed Jelena Ostapenko. Fans have also noticed her distinct style, often seen in a buttoned-up, baggy T-shirt reminiscent of 1990s players.
A Unique Tattoo Request
Beyond her on-court success, Kartal has garnered attention for her love of tattoos. She currently sports 14 pieces of ink and has made a public appeal for ideas for her 15th.
“I’m open to suggestions,” she told Mirror.co.uk, promising that she’d “90% likely” go with one of the public’s suggestions. If you have a good idea, she might just “chuck it on somewhere.”
A Canvas of Memories and Milestones
Kartal’s tattoos tell a story, featuring an eagle, a snake, and the number 2022 to commemorate the year she first played in all four Grand Slams. She also has a bee and two meaningful quotes: “Time is everything we have and don’t” and “the show must go on.”
While some are just for fun, like those on her knuckles that hold no special meaning, others are deeply personal. Her absolute favorite is a paw print of her beloved Golden Retriever.
She explained how she got it, using “doggy ink” to get her dog’s actual paw print downsized and then tattooed onto the back of her arm. She’s also considering a tattoo of the number 329, her “colour holder” number from the Billie Jean King Cup, marking her debut for Great Britain.
More Than a Two-Week Wonder
Former British number one Tim Henman has lauded Kartal’s journey, calling her an “important role model” for her hard work and dedication. Kartal herself is determined to prove her consistency.
She emphasized that she doesn’t want people to think her success is just “one good, two good weeks out of the year.” Her goal is to show she’s consistently playing at a high level, growing in confidence with each match.
Composed and Confident on Court
Kartal prefers a “tunnel vision” approach on the court, aiming to stay calm and focused. The last five months have seen her rise onto the tennis scene, consistently playing against top-ranked players.
This experience has been crucial. She feels that playing the best players day in and day out has helped her gain confidence, allowing her to play with more freedom and belief in her game.
- Sonay Kartal is a British wildcard making a strong run at Wimbledon.
- She is asking the public for ideas for her 15th tattoo.
- Her favorite tattoo is a paw print of her Golden Retriever.
- Kartal is determined to prove her consistent high-level play, beyond just her Wimbledon success.
As Sonay Kartal continues her impressive run at Wimbledon, fans will be eagerly watching to see not only her performance but also which tattoo idea might next adorn her skin.
