Felix Balshaw, the son of England Rugby World Cup winner Iain Balshaw, is making waves in tennis, recently breaking into the ATP's top 200. The 20-year-old, who has lived in France since 2009, has chosen to represent the country as he climbs the rankings, having improved his position by over 500 places since the start of 2026.
Balshaw's journey includes a recent victory at the ATP Tour in Lyon, where he showcased his skills with a notable one-handed backhand. His success is drawing attention from the Lawn Tennis Association as they seek to bolster British representation in elite tennis.