Melbourne, Australia: British tennis has a bright new star ready to shine on the international stage.
Seventeen-year-old Mika Stojsavljevic is poised to make her Billie Jean King Cup debut when Great Britain take on Australia in the 2026 Billie Jean King Cup Qualifiers this weekend at John Cain Arena in Melbourne.
The tall Londoner, who stands at 6’1″ (185 cm), will open the tie for Great Britain in the first singles rubber against Australia’s Talia Gibson. Her selection highlights the faith that GB captain Anne Keothavong has placed in the young talent amid several injury-related changes to the squad.
From Junior Success to Senior Debut
Stojsavljevic burst onto the scene as the 2024 US Open junior champion and has been steadily climbing the ranks on the ITF circuit. Born on December 15, 2008, in London, the right-handed player trains at the LTA National Tennis Centre and continues to balance her professional career with her studies.
Her rapid rise has made her one of the most exciting prospects in British tennis. This Billie Jean King Cup call-up marks a significant milestone in her young career, coming just months after she began making consistent senior-level appearances.
“It means everything to me,” Stojsavljevic said earlier about the opportunity to represent her country at the senior level.
Great Britain vs Australia: Tie Preview
The tie, which runs from April 10–11, 2026, is a crucial qualifier for the Billie Jean King Cup Finals.
- First Singles: Mika Stojsavljevic (GBR) vs Talia Gibson (AUS)
- Second Singles: Harriet Dart (GBR) vs Kimberly Birrell (AUS)
The doubles rubber on Saturday is expected to feature Australia’s strong pair of Storm Hunter and Ellen Perez against Great Britain’s Harriet Dart and Jodie Burrage.
Reverse singles will follow on Sunday, with the possibility of Stojsavljevic playing again depending on the scoreline.
A New Chapter for British Tennis
With experienced players like Harriet Dart, Katie Swan, and Jodie Burrage also in the squad, Stojsavljevic’s inclusion adds youthful energy and potential to the British team. Her powerful game and fearless attitude could prove valuable against a competitive Australian side playing on home soil.
Tennis fans in the UK and Australia are eagerly awaiting what could be the start of a promising international career for one of Britain’s brightest young talents.
The winner of this qualifier will advance closer to the prestigious Billie Jean King Cup Finals later in the year.
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