For the love of Tennis: Resilience, Recovery, and Connection with Alison Riske-Amritraj

What does it take to compete at the highest level of a sport where success and failure are measured every single week? In this episode, Alita Guillen sits down with former world No. 18 professional tennis player Alison Riske-Amritraj to talk about the mental side of elite competition, the sacrifices required to reach the top, and the lessons she's carried from professional tennis into motherhood and broadcasting. Alison shares stories from her career, including facing Serena Williams at Wimbledon, the mindset shifts that helped her achieve her best results, and the unexpected family friend who made her professional career possible. Alison also opens up about the emotional impact of losing her father, the difficult decision to retire from the sport she loved, and how she's found a new purpose as a commentator for Tennis Channel. From sports psychology and resilience to balancing work and family life, the conversation explores what it means to redefine success after a lifetime of competition. Whether you're a tennis fan or simply fascinated by high performance, this episode offers an honest look at mindset, perseverance, and the people who help shape our journeys. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riske4rewards/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/10secondstoair/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alitaguillen/Web: https://www.alitaguillen.com/Web: https://www.10secondstoair.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices