Leylah Annie Fernandez parents Jorge Fernandez and Irene Fernandez live in Montreal Canada. Jorge is a tennis coach.

Fernandez is a young Canadian professional tennis player who made her professional debut in July 2019. So far, she has won one WTA singles title and two ITF singles titles.

Besides she also has a sister Bianca Jolie Fernandez, a promising tennis player. The two Fernandez siblings are on the course to make an impact on world tennis in the coming years.

Leylah has competed in several national and international singles and doubles tournaments. She has also represented Canada in the Fed Cup competition. 

In the ongoing ASB Classic women's singles on January 2nd, the 20-year-old secured a Round of 16 spots with an emphatic win over Czech Republic's Brenda Fruhvirtova.

Leylah Annie Fernandez Parents Jorge And Irene Fernandez

Leylah Annie Fernandez parents Jorge and Irene Fernandez raised two tennis stars in Quebec. Jorge is a former association football player and coach.

Leylah and her younger sibling Bianca are into tennis because their dad Jorge is a tennis coach. He is also a former athlete and used to play soccer in his teens.

Leylah celebrating 2021 International Women's Day with her mother Irene, father Jorge and two siblings
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Following his brief football career, Jorge ventured into coaching and managed a few games with his local club. Jorge learned about the sport and trained Leylah himself.

He eventually became her primary coach, traveling with her to tournaments and helping her develop her skills on the court. Jorge's dedication to his daughter's tennis career paid off, as Leylah went on to have a successful career as a professional player.

It is clear that the sacrifices and hard work of both of her parents have played a significant role in her success. "My dad told me there was no limit to my potential. Nothing's impossible. There's no limit," the Canadian prospect told how his pa motivated him when she was a little girl.

Keeping her father's wise words in her mind, Leylah Fernandez has continued to have a successful career in tennis and has made a name for herself as a rising star in the sport.

Jorge Was A Semi-professional Footballer

Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, Jorge spent most of his professional career as a local league football player.

He was only four when his family moved to Canada. Jorge had a good upbringing in Montreal. At 14, he got his Canadian citizenship, and he officially became a citizen of Canada.

Leylah hugging her papa Jorge when she was a little girl in Florida
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Jorge began playing soccer in his teen and had a sem-professional career playing in regional leagues in Montreal. Because of his athletic background, two of his little girls, Leylah and Bianca, inspired by him, are also into sports.

The elder daughter Leylah, intrigued by watching tennis on television, decided to pursue a career. However, the road to glory was not straight, and many people told her she would never make it to the top at the start.

But her dad was always there to encourage and guide her. When nobody agreed to coach Leylah, Jorge himself stepped up and became her personal coach, despite having no prior experience playing tennis. It shows his dedication to his child's success and willingness to learn and adapt to help her reach her goals.

Leylah Annie Spent Several Years Away From Her Mother

Leylah Fernandez had to spend time away from her mom, Irene, early in her tennis career.

It is admirable that Leylah's ma made sacrifices to support her daughter's tennis career. When Leylah was only ten, Irene went to live in California because of her work. 

Tennis star Fernandez in Florida beach with mum Irene and her two sisters Jodeci and Bianca
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Understandably, Leylah would have missed her mum while she was away. However, despite their challenges, the Fernandez family has remained close and supportive of each other. 

It can be difficult for young athletes to be away from their families for extended periods as they pursue their careers. "Those few years have been definitely hard for me because I needed a mom," Lylah said, per Oprah Daily.

Leylah Fernandez Sister Bianca Jolie Fernandez Is A Rising Tennis Star

Leylah Fernandez younger sis Bianca Jolie Fernandez is an elevating tennis star from Montreal.

Bianca was born on February 24, 2004, and is 18 years old. The right-handed tennis prospect is currently residing in Boynton Beach, Florida, with her entire family. 

They trained most of their early lives together as father Jorge would coach them. There was a fair competition between the two, but Leylah always prevailed as she had the height and age advantage.

Bianca Fernandez making a hit in ITF Grand Slam Development tournament in December 2022
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Bianca achieved her career-high world ranking of 802 in women's singles in May 2022. Similarly, in WTA doubles, her highest-ever rank was 430, which she attained in August last year.

The 5 feet 3 inches tall athlete made her professional debut in 2022, and she is still too early in her career and has yet to win any major trophies.

It is not uncommon for young athletes to take some time to develop their skills and achieve success at the highest levels, and Leylah will continue to work hard and progress in her career.

Leylah Elder Sis Jodeci Malexi Fernandez Is A Dentist

Leylah and Bianca have one more sibling, Jodeci. She is the eldest of three siblings. Unlike the two, Jodeci is not into athletics. Instead, she is a dentist. 

Dr. Jodeci Fernandez, DMD, is a dental expert who has finished a dentistry program and received training in diagnosing and treating dental ailments. 

Jodeci Malexi married Jacques in November 2021 at Las Vegas, Nevada
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She specializes in dental fillings, repairs, crowns, and caps, which are operations used to restore the function and look of teeth that have been broken or decaying.

Jodeci was married to her husband Jacques in November 2021. Leylah has shared pictures from the wedding on her Instagram.

The Leylah Annie And Family Foundation

Leylah, along with her household members, has founded "The Leylah Annie And Family Foundation."

With all the teaching she received from her family, Leylah put that into an application and established the foundation. The primary aim is to get involved in helping future generations through education and sports.

Leylah and her family has founded Leylah Annie And Family Foundation on January 1st 2023
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This includes helping out at schools or youth sports groups, giving to philanthropic causes that support education and sports efforts, and participating in campaigns to improve access to education and sports for marginalized populations.