Mara Santangelo smiling...
  • Roland Garros Champion
  • #27 ranking WTA
  • Fed Cup Winner

From high-level sport
to stories
that inspire people and companies.

I bring to every event I organize, and every company or project I represent, the same energy with which I stepped onto the court: determination, listening, team spirit, and the certainty that, even in the most difficult moments, one can always find the strength to get back up.

My Story

I grew up with a racket in my hand and a dream in my heart: to become a professional and play on Centre Court at Wimbledon.

I was born in Latina on June 28, 1981, and lived in Val di Fiemme, amidst the mountains of Trentino. Sport has always been part of my life: first swimming, cross-country running, cross-country skiing… then tennis, which became my home.

At 12, I was called up to the Federal Technical Center, and from there began my journey in the national youth teams, a journey that would take me to the most important courts in the world.

I traveled the world for years facing the best tennis players on the international circuit. One of the greatest dreams was stepping onto and playing on the Centre Court at Wimbledon, a moment that alone is worth a lifetime of sacrifices.

But the dream didn't stop there. I managed to go further, achieving goals that seemed impossible at the time: winning Roland Garros in doubles in 2007, becoming the first Italian to conquer a Grand Slam in that specialty, reaching world ranking No. 27 in singles and No. 5 in doubles, and winning the 2006 Fed Cup with the Italian National Team.

Results built day after day, with discipline, dedication, and team spirit.

Mara at the start of her career
First trophy
Training in the mountains
Mara career highlights
Mara on court
Mara intense match
Mara portrait
Mara action shot
Mara celebrating
Mara focusing
Mara tennis serve
Mara tennis forehand
Mara victory

In one of the most complex moments of my path, a pilgrimage to Medjugorje marked a profound turning point in my personal and spiritual journey. From there was born the desire to tell the whole story: not just the trophies lifted, but also the fears, the falls, the fragility, and the strength of faith that helped me get back up.

Today I organize sports events related to tennis, pickleball, padel, and charity, collaborating with various entities and putting sport at the service of people. I am the author of books in which I tell the behind-the-scenes of a life made of challenges, choices, and transformations.

In everything I do, I carry with me the same conviction:
Failures do not exist; there are always only opportunities for growth.

Spiritual journey
Charity event
Book presentation
Spiritual retreat
Charity gala
Book signing
Speaking engagement
Public speaking
Meeting fans

Events & Experiences

From PRO/AM events where professionals and amateurs take the court together to sports experiences designed to make you live the court from an exclusive perspective.

Pro/Am

Reserve your spot now to live an exclusive experience with me. Thanks to Pro/Am events, you will experience sport in a new way, alongside those who practiced it at professional levels, receiving practical advice dedicated to you, having fun, and participating in a good cause.

PadelRegistration Open

PRO/AM Sicily Padel 2027

June 1 - 2, 2027

Grammichele, Sicily
Book your spot

Highlights

Read testimonials from past participants.

"For a 1st edition, the event was simply fantastic. Spend time with former champions, meet people passionate about tennis. Organisation and atmosphere were just perfect. I can’t wait to live this weekend again."

Fabrice Santoro 🇫🇷

Former Pro Tennis Player

"I absolutely loved it. It was so well organized, so friendly and at the same time with such great level of tennis. I will for sure be back."

Marion Bartoli 🇫🇷

2013 Wimbledon Champion

"We combined professional quality with amateur passion to create a special weekend. The atmosphere and energy filled our souls. Sponsors, tennis courts, and challenges were the protagonists. Thanks to everyone, see you soon 🔜."

Francesca Schiavone 🇮🇹

Roland Garros Champion

"I wanted to thank you again for everything! Fantastic event, fantastic place, fantastic people! A big hug and see you soon."

Andreas Seppi 🇮🇹

Former Pro Tennis Player

"I felt like family, three very joyful days. During the event, you could perceive the happiness and the desire to be on the court. To be repeated every year."

Davide Sanguinetti 🇮🇹

Former Pro Tennis Player

"What a great time I had in Sardinia: Meeting old friends from Tour, making new friends amongst the Am's and enjoying a great combination of continuous sunshine, fun tennis matches and great dinners at beautiful Poltu Quatu."

Marco Chiudinelli 🇨🇭

Former Pro Tennis Player

"What a fun event the Pro/Am was for me. As a club player it was a real privilege to play with some of the big name players. The tennis was a very good level but not serious or stressful. The organization and off court events were great."

Terence 🇨🇦

Amateur Player

Coaching Programs

Take your game to the next level with professional coaching from a former top world tennis player.

Choose the package that best suits your needs and playing level.

Each path includes:

  • Video Analysis to monitor progress.
  • Personalized Feedback at the end of every session.
  • Mental & Motivational Coaching to maximize your potential.

My coaching combines technique, a winning mindset, and deep values.

TRIAL

1 SessionIdeal for assessing your current level. Includes immediate video analysis and initial personalized feedback to set up future work.

DIAMOND

20 Total HoursA structured path to elevate your game. We will work on technique and tactics, integrating mental coaching to handle pressure.

EXCLUSIVE

50 Total HoursThe ultimate coaching experience. Constant and intensive support for a complete transformation of your technical and mental performance.

Motivational Speaker

Sport taught me that the most beautiful victory is the one you can share.

Over the years, I have participated in and contributed to numerous charity projects, tournaments, and charity events, fundraisers, and initiatives supporting entities that work every day for others.

Because success is not measured only in trophies lifted, but in how many hands we managed to shake along the way.

Video Testimonial: Champions of Savings

Partnerships

Over the years, I have had the privilege of collaborating with companies, federations, media, and entities that share the values of sport:respect, commitment, loyalty, vision.

In this section, you will find some of the partners I have worked with and still work with today.

Jaykay logoLongevia logoYOOOU logoXenia Global logoGMT Auto logoAsics logoGai Mattiolo logoHead logo

The Values I Believe In

FaithGiving BackGratitude

My life changed when I met Jesus.

I bring this value into my work and events with simplicity and love. And it is precisely for this reason that, in every event of mine, we raise funds to support various missions and concretely help others.

My Books

These values permeate everything I do, including my writing. I wanted to capture my inner and sporting journey on paper.

"Writing, for me, was a way to bring order to my story and share it with those who might be facing challenges similar to mine."

Book cover for Te lo prometto

Te lo prometto

The match of a life, the power of faith, the courage to get back up

My literary debut: a sincere account of what happened on and off the court. The victories, the defeats, the pain, the faith, and the discovery that the greatest strength is not physical, but the one that arises when you find the courage to get back up.

Book cover for Match Point

Match Point

The game of life

A journey into choices, fears, and daily challenges, told through the metaphor of tennis. Every point, every set, every match becomes an opportunity to look at our life with new eyes and discover that the real match point is the one we play every day with ourselves.

Contact

If you want to organize or participate in an event, establish a partnership, or organize a coaching day, you can contact me here.

I personally read all messages and, together, we will figure out the best way to build something of value.

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