Quad Tennis Pro Greg Slade Interview!!

Greg Slade, the 23-year-old British quad tennis player ranked world No. 7 in singles and silver medalist at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, opens up about the profound impact of coming out publicly in January—inspired by fellow athlete Mika Brunold and driven by a desire to increase visibility for LGBTQ+ athletes in para sports. In a candid conversation with host Tony on *The Gay Tennis Podcast*, Slade reveals how his identity as a gay quad player has evolved from a need to 'fit in' to a source of pride, especially after finding community within wheelchair tennis. He shares the emotional weight of playing at Wimbledon and the Paralympics, the strategic nuances of quad tennis—where serve placement and exploiting opponents' weaknesses are critical—and his deep appreciation for Southern hospitality during U.S. tour stops. Slade also discusses his love for music (Harry Styles, Nelly Furtado, Lily Allen), true crime documentaries (*The Keepers*, *The Staircase*), and the joy of traveling with his British teammate and partner Lucy Shuka. His message is clear: representation matters, and visibility—even in a single line on Wikipedia—can change lives.