Yaroslava Shvedova – A Champion Trained by Sergio Dronov
Yaroslava Shvedova is one of the most accomplished tennis players to have trained under the guidance of Sergio Dronov during the years 2006 and 2007. Her time at Valencia Tennis Academy shaped her professional career, refined her skills, and helped her rise to the elite level of women’s tennis.
Grand Slam Success Shvedova made history by winning two Grand Slam titles in women's doubles at Wimbledon (2010) and the US Open (2010). She also reached the finals in the French Open doubles category and secured a career-high doubles ranking of World No. 3.

Yaroslava Shvedova
Golden Set Record Yaroslava holds a rare and extraordinary achievement in tennis history: she became the first player in the Open Era to win a Golden Set (winning a set without losing a single point) at Wimbledon 2012 against Sara Errani — a feat that highlights her precision, control, and dominance on the court.
Olympic and WTA Tour Success Shvedova also represented Kazakhstan at the Olympic Games, competing with the world’s best players. On the WTA Tour, she claimed multiple singles and doubles titles, further cementing her place among the top players in the world.
Training with Sergio Dronov
Under the guidance of Sergio Dronov, Yaroslava honed her powerful groundstrokes, improved her tactical game, and gained the mental strength necessary to compete at the highest level. Her experience with Sergio was a key stepping stone in building her successful career.
Yaroslava’s journey from training at Valencia to becoming a Grand Slam champion is an inspiring example of how the right coaching and dedication can lead to greatness.