Name: Nathalie Fedney Vidal
City / Country: Panama
Birth Date: 05/03/2000
Modality: Singles and Mixed
At what age did you start in Badminton?
“I started in badminton when I was 16 years old. I was invited to a national tournament and from there I stayed.”
In how many tournaments have you participated and which have been your best results?
“I have participated in more than 10 national and international tournaments and have won gold medals in singles and mixed doubles in national tournaments.”
To how many countries has Badminton taken you?
“Badminton has taken me to Guatemala, Costa Rica and Chile.”
Which are your short and medium term objectives as a Badminton player?
“In medium term I would like to be the best badminton player of Pan Am in Mixed Doubles or Singles in order to compete with stronger players, whether from Asia or Europe.”
Do you perform other activities in parallel to you career as a Badminton player, such as studies or work?
“Yes, last year I finished school and now I’m in college.”
How sacrificed is it to train, study and work at the same time?
“It is quite complicated, even if one is very organized, does not always reach the time to rest, train and complete the studies as one would like.”
What are your favorite hobbies?
“I like to listen to music, dance and play video games.”
Who was you first coach?
“My first coach was Vishnu Seixas.”