What’s In Tennis Star Asia Muhammad’s Bag?
Meet Asia Muhammad, the California cool girl turned tennis phenom who at the age of 16 reached the Tennis Channel Open finals and since has been serving aces and style on and off the tennis court. The RH Family has been a fan of Asia since she dominated the tennis rankings as a junior player and we cheered her and fellow RH muse Taylor Townsend on when they beat Serena Williams and Caroline Wozniacki, both world’s No. 1-ranked players several times, at the ATP Auckland Open in January of 2020. Currently, Asia is competing in the US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City, but she took a quick break from training to talk to us about how she greats ready for a match, and what she must have in her tennis bag to be ready to take on her next opponent.
Because after all, “if you don’t feel like you can win, there’s no point even going out on the court” -Asia Muhammad
(Clockwise from top left) Vitalyte Electrolyte Powder, RH Billie Jacket, RH Anna Ball Short, Theragun for warm up, Spare Yonex Grips, GU Power Gels, 4 Yonex rackets all freshly strung, Thera bands for warming up glutes and shoulders, Beats by Dre headphones
Do you listen to anything prior to a match or during practice? If so, what do you listen to?
Before matches I listen to rap, it gets me in an upbeat mood! Currently I’m listening to Drake’s new album. My favorite song to listen to before I play is His & Hers by Internet Money or anything by Cardi B.
Do you have any quick tips on staying mentally strong?
My quick tip for staying mentally strong would be meditating every day!
What has been your career highlight so far?
One of my career highlights that pops in my head instantly is winning the 2020 Auckland doubles title with Taylor Townsend when we beat Serena Williams in the final!
Do you have any other recreational habits that you enjoy when you are not on the court?
I like to go for hikes in different places! We have great hiking trails 15 min from my house in Red Rock Canyon (Las Vegas). I also love hiking in LA and in Australia.
