Sloane Stephens

I grip very close to the butt of the racket. This allows me to get a lot of wrist action to create more spin and whip.

The media has dubbed me as someone who can only get up for the big tournaments, and that is not who I want to be.

I always have applesauce in my fridge, and when traveling I take protein bars just in case I get hungry. They're my go-to snack.

I think penguins are cute.

I studied international relations and economics at the University of Virginia. I paid my way by working as a bartender in the summer and at three part-time jobs during the year.