“I have known Asif for close to 3 decades now. He was the top tennis player and gave me the chance to play and win two doubles National titles with him. Asif mentored me when I came onto the Davis cup team as well and has always been one who will help and support younger tennis players on their journey.”
Mahesh Bhupathi,
Multiple Grand Slam Winner
“I am delighted that Asif Ismail has started his Company named Big Serve and his credentialsI are impeccable for the job that he has undertaken. He represented India in Davis Cup and later Asif established himself as an international tennis coach of repute over the last several years. His experience and knowledge about the game is vast.
I had the opportunity to work with him in the grass court season, culminating in Wimbledon at the start of my professional career and his immense knowledge and sincerity to the job helped me develop my game at a time when singles was my priority.
I wish Asif Ismail the best in his new venture and am confident that he will be successful in nurturing talent and guiding the next generation of tennis players.”Sania Mirza
Multiple Grand Slam Champion
“I have known Asif since the early 90’s from the time of my Junior Tennis days. Although we parted ways after our tennis careers ended, we continued to stay close friends. And Asif has always been the person to advise with matters related to tennis. Especially when juniors from Sri Lanka would travel to India or Hong Kong for tournaments. He was always there to lend a helping hand.
Asif has always been a good friend to me and being the kind-hearted person he is, I’m certain that he would be a good mentor and juniors will have a lot to learn from him with his experience and vast knowledge of the game.
Good luck to you my friend.”Rohan De Silva ,
Former Sri Lanka Tennis player and Davis Cup Captain.
“I have known Asif Ismail for many years. He has been an amazing and one of the top most tennis player for India. Participated in numerous international events and brought laurels for his country. He’s of very friendly nature and helpful in every way possible. On the tennis court he’s an outstanding coach and mentor for everyone.”
I wish him all the best in his future endeavors.
Mushaf Zia ,
Former Pakistan Davis Cup Player.
Asif is one of the most respected tennis professionals in Hong Kong. His work has mainly been with the private sector but his influence on the city’s tennis development extends far beyond that. He is a member of our national association’s player development committee and his contribution is highly valued. Having been India’s top junior player, a member of their Davis Cup team and an Asian Games gold medalist, his playing experiences have been an invaluable asset to our organisation.
Phillip Mok,
President, Hong Kong Tennis Association
Asif was one of my first-ever tennis coaches in Hong Kong. In addition to being a constant source of support, he helped me build the foundation I needed to compete on both the international and professional circuit. Asif is not only an excellent coach but also a truly wonderful person, and I was fortunate to have the opportunity to learn from him. I cannot recommend him highly enough!
Claire Spackman,
Hong Kong Fed Cup Team member
Ladies ITF and WTA player