In this episode, we meet Rita Freitas on the courts of the iconic National Stadium, where she shares her journey from child prodigy to national champion, from pressure and burnout to mental resilience and growth. Rita opens up about what it really takes to stay on top in a sport that demands everything — and how Lisbon shaped the player and person she is today.🏆 "I was number one at 12, 14, 16, 18."🌍 "Mental strength is everything — in tennis, and in life."Join Club People Of Lisbon! Unlock exclusive access to events, behind-the-scenes content, and special offers for just €10/month! Support the ongoing production of our stories and connect with the People Of Lisbon community.Join the waiting list now: https://www.peopleoflisbon.comHuge shout-out to our amazing sponsors for making this video possible!🥤 Why Not Soda – Refreshing Lisbon, one soda at a time.👉 https://www.whynotsoda.com✨ Tribe Social Club – Find your Lisbon Tribe.👉 https://www.findyourtribe.app/socialclub🇵🇹 Practice Portuguese – Making learning Portuguese fun and easy!👉 @PracticePortuguese 🎥 Video by: Stephen O’Regan📩 For Business Contact: stephen@peopleoflisbon.com📸 Photography by: Rita Ansone📩 Contact: rita@peopleoflisbon.com