Michael has enjoyed tennis since the age of 7, when he participated in a summer activities camp. He competed locally at first, then found success at regional level. He has consistently been ranked in his age group’s top twenty in the UK and regarded by the LTA as one of Britain’s top juniors. Michael now studies International Politics, Astronomy, Economics and American History at Liberal Arts college at Bucknell University in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, USA. He trains for three hours a day alongside studying.

Michael is very honoured to be selected as a Shepway Sports Trust Ambassador and recognises his responsibility as a role model. Away from tennis, he enjoys spending time with his friends and is an avid Swansea City Football supporter.