Making a living from sports?

Is there anyone on here who makes a living from playing sports? Just wondering whether you can do ok for yourself - I’m good at tennis and can potentially go into tournaments and get a sponsor etc, I’m not saying I’d win the tournaments but could be fun to try, my parents keep saying that an academic qualification would serve me better.

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Teslin · M

Good luck and go for it. Academics will always be there. Worse case scenario, you get a scholarship to play tennis and go to school for free!!

Claire2k · 22-25, F

I reckon it’s worth having a go isn’t it! It’ll be good fun trying 😊@Teslin

Teslin · M

@Claire2k Exactly. You may regret later in life not trying.
Are you sure you’re from Australia and not Texas?

Claire2k · 22-25, F

Yeah a couple of people have suggested at least having a go - no harm in it when you’re young! I live in Western Australia and am originally from England 😊@Teslin