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ITF World Spring 2021 09 every kid's dream to play in the Olympics, represent their country and hopefully get a medal," said Fernandez. "Playing the Olympics and representing my country and my family would be a great honour. As a family, we love to watch the competition and watch different sports at the Winter and Summer Olympics. "I'm always fascinated by the athletes and the cheering fans. That's what I want to achieve for myself and my family." n After being inadvertently introduced as American during the girls' trophy presentation ceremony at the 2019 Australian Open, Fernandez swiftly and pointedly corrected the error in her runner-up speech. Whether on or off court, she exudes national pride. "For me, every time I put on that Canada jersey and have Canada on my back, it just brings extra motivation," said Fernandez. "I am very motivated to play all tournaments but playing for Canada gives an extra push and an extra feeling inside that you want to make your country proud and want to represent your country the best you can." Should the stars align, there is every chance that Fernandez could be mixing it alongside the best of Canadian talent at the Olympic Games in Tokyo, which are scheduled to take place on 23 July-8 August. If she does, a lifelong ambition will be realised. "It was always my dream as a young kid – I think it's Above Fernandez was crowned Roland Garros girls' singles champion in 2019 Right The Olympic Games later this year are very much on her radar " It was always my dream as a young kid – I think it's every kid's dream to play in the Olympics, represent their country and hopefully get a medal."

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