--- title: Ben Wenzel | Australia's Rising star in Wheelchair Tennis description: Discover the inspiring journey of Ben Wenzel, Australia's wheelchair tennis rising star. At just 17 he's already made a remarkable impact, ranking 4th worldwide. image: https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/ben-wenzel-feature-image.png --- [Skip to content](https://www.benwenzel.com.au#main-content) [![Ben Wenzel Colored Logo](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/ben-wenzel-logo_colored-hor-2.png?width=3528&height=543&name=ben-wenzel-logo_colored-hor-2.png) ![Ben Wenzel Colored Logo](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/ben-wenzel-logo_colored-hor-2.png?width=3528&height=543&name=ben-wenzel-logo_colored-hor-2.png)](https://www.benwenzel.com.au) ## **![ben-wenzel-logo_white-hor](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/ben-wenzel-logos/ben-wenzel-logo_white-hor.png?width=300&height=128&name=ben-wenzel-logo_white-hor.png)** --- #### **Inspiring** the next generation of athletes, teams and leaders **[Contact Ben](https://www.benwenzel.com.au#contact-form)** ![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/ben-wenzel-solo-cropped-05.png?width=2000&height=2375&name=ben-wenzel-solo-cropped-05.png) ## About Ben ![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/ben-wenzel-headshot-aboutus-19.png?width=450&height=533&name=ben-wenzel-headshot-aboutus-19.png)   Welcome to the official website of Ben Wenzel, Australia's rising star in wheelchair tennis.  Ben has already made a remarkable impact on the international wheelchair tennis circuit, showcasing his exceptional talent and unwavering spirit. Ben's journey into wheelchair tennis began at the tender age of 11. In just a few years, Ben has ascended to a career-high junior ranking of 4th in the world, a testament to his hard work and focus. His participation in prestigious tournaments like the US Open and Australian Open has seen him gather attention on the global stage.  During 2025, Ben focused on transitioning from juniors to the quad wheelchair tennis circuit and completing his final year of school.   Ben lives by a simple yet powerful philosophy: "Focus forward." His goals extend beyond winning matches; he aims to inspire others, especially the youth, to pursue their dreams relentlessly, regardless of the obstacles they face. > [@simplystoriesdocs](https://www.tiktok.com/@simplystoriesdocs?refer=embed) > > An Ace on and off the court. Ben Wenzel is a Cairns-based Wheelchair Tennis Player, whose goal is to inspire the next generation of players, like his predecessors did for him. [#wheelchairtennis](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/wheelchairtennis?refer=embed) [#wheelchairtennisplayer](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/wheelchairtennisplayer?refer=embed) [#wheelchairsport](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/wheelchairsport?refer=embed) [#parasport](https://www.tiktok.com/tag/parasport?refer=embed) > > [♬ Evergreen - Richy Mitch & the Coal Miners](https://www.tiktok.com/music/Evergreen-6812552731820034049?refer=embed) [Powered by Curator.io](https://curator.io) [Follow Ben on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/DUnx5xKjPPb/?hl=en) ## Achievements ![thumbnail_IMG_7656](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/thumbnail_IMG_7656.jpg?width=1440&height=1920&name=thumbnail_IMG_7656.jpg)   #### ![award-icon-07](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/award-icon-07.png?width=24&height=28&name=award-icon-07.png)  **Australian Open** 2025 Debut AO Junior Singles and Doubles. #### ![award-icon-07](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/award-icon-07.png?width=24&height=28&name=award-icon-07.png)  **US Open** 2024 Junior Wheelchair Doubles Champion.  First Australian Junior to win a Grand Slam title. 2025 Debut Grand Slam in Quad Singles and Doubles. #### ![award-icon-07](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/award-icon-07.png?width=24&height=28&name=award-icon-07.png)  **Masters** Winner of the 2024 Cruyff Foundation Junior Masters Doubles Title and semi-finalist in Singles. 2025 debut in Quad Doubles. #### ![award-icon-07](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/award-icon-07.png?width=24&height=28&name=award-icon-07.png)  **World Team Cup** Represented Australia at the BNP Paribas World Team Cup since 2022.  Winning Gold in 2022 and Silver in 2024 as part of the Australian Juniors team.  4th place finish in 2025 as part of the Australian Quad team.  [Browse More Achievements](https://www.itftennis.com/en/players/benjamin-wenzel/800575912/aus/wct/s/overview/) ## Speaking Engagements Focus on the opportunities ahead, not the hurdles behind. Whilst we admire those who have overcome challenges, we are inspired by those who focus on the path ahead - determined to be the best they can be. This is the perspective Ben loves to share, speaking from the heart about his passion to excel in his field. If you're interested in having Ben speak at your event, please get in touch. *“I met Ben at Premier Palaszczuk’s Olympic breakfast, and I was just so overwhelmed at his honesty and vision for how he could be the best in his field."* - [Deborah Tabart](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deborah_Tabart) OAM, Chair of the Australian Koala Foundation [Book Ben](https://www.benwenzel.com.au#contact-form) ![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/ben-wenzel-speaking-engagements-21.png?width=2000&height=2490&name=ben-wenzel-speaking-engagements-21.png) ## Gallery [![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/e7a60a09-5866-4476-bfb0-955fddd10062.jpg)](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/e7a60a09-5866-4476-bfb0-955fddd10062.jpg?hsLang=en-au) [![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/USTA1659513_20240905_USO_PS2_4518.jpg)](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/USTA1659513_20240905_USO_PS2_4518.jpg?hsLang=en-au) [![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/USTA1653657_20240904_USO_MDA07381.jpg)](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/USTA1653657_20240904_USO_MDA07381.jpg?hsLang=en-au) [![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/gallery-image-_4.png)](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/ben-wenzel-home-page/hi-res-gallery-photos/ben-wenzel-gallery-image-4.jpg?hsLang=en-au) [![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/ben-wenzel-home-page/ben-wenzel-achievements-image-min.png)](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/ben-wenzel-home-page/hi-res-gallery-photos/ben-wenzel-gallery-image-8.jpg?hsLang=en-au) [![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/ben-wenzel-home-page/gallery-image-3.png)](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/ben-wenzel-home-page/hi-res-gallery-photos/ben-wenzel-gallery-image-3.jpg?hsLang=en-au) [![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/b0c6cf57-0b4c-4f35-8333-0798ba232cee.jpg)](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/b0c6cf57-0b4c-4f35-8333-0798ba232cee.jpg?hsLang=en-au) [![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/3f614d9c-8d41-4243-9490-fecf78247585.jpg)](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/3f614d9c-8d41-4243-9490-fecf78247585.jpg?hsLang=en-au) [![Ben Wenzel](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/IMG_1105.jpeg)](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/IMG_1105.jpeg?hsLang=en-au) ## **Get to Know More About Ben As A Professional Athlete** Ben started playing tennis at the age of 11, and by 16 made his Grand Slam debut in the junior US Open 2023. Taking inspiration from the likes of [Heath Davidson](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heath_Davidson) and [Tokito Oda](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokito_Oda), Ben is focussed on his long term goal of representing Australia at the 2032 Paralympic Games in Brisbane. He plays left-handed. He lives in Cairns, Queensland. [Visit ITF Website](https://www.itftennis.com/en/players/benjamin-wenzel/800575912/aus/wct/s/overview/) [Visit tennis.com.au Website](https://www.tennis.com.au/player-profiles/benjamin-wenzel) ## Sponsorships ![KinKera Community_Logo with Register mark_white](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/KinKera%20Community_Logo%20with%20Register%20mark_white.png?width=10394&height=5168&name=KinKera%20Community_Logo%20with%20Register%20mark_white.png) ![AKFlogo_plain-01](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/AKFlogo_plain-01.png?width=1800&height=1800&name=AKFlogo_plain-01.png) ![Head-Logo](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Head-Logo.jpg?width=3840&height=2160&name=Head-Logo.jpg) ![XEN Create](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/ben-wenzel-home-page/xen-create-logo-square-new.png?width=301&height=301&name=xen-create-logo-square-new.png) [Sponsor Ben](https://www.benwenzel.com.au#contact-form) ## News and Events [![IMG_7657_1200x628](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/IMG_7657_1200x628.jpg)](https://www.tennis.com.au/news/2024/09/07/aussie-teen-creates-history-with-title-winning-run-at-us-open-2024) #### ##### [Aussie teen creates history with title-winning run at US Open 2024](https://www.tennis.com.au/news/2024/09/07/aussie-teen-creates-history-with-title-winning-run-at-us-open-2024) [Read more on tennis.com.au](https://www.tennis.com.au/news/2024/09/07/aussie-teen-creates-history-with-title-winning-run-at-us-open-2024) [![ben-wenzel-news-and-events-image-1-new-min](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/ben-wenzel-home-page/news-and-events/ben-wenzel-news-and-events-image-1-new-min.png)](https://www.itftennis.com/en/news-and-media/articles/wheelchair-tennis-has-been-life-changing-for-me-benjamin-wenzel/) #### ##### ['Wheelchair Tennis has been lifechanging for me'](https://www.itftennis.com/en/news-and-media/articles/wheelchair-tennis-has-been-life-changing-for-me-benjamin-wenzel/) [Read more on itftennis.com](https://www.itftennis.com/en/news-and-media/articles/wheelchair-tennis-has-been-life-changing-for-me-benjamin-wenzel/) [![Australian Koala Foundation Sponsors Rising Wheelchair Tennis Star Benjamin Wenze](https://www.benwenzel.com.au/hubfs/ben-wenzel-home-page/news-and-events/ben-wenzel-news-and-events-image-2a.jpg)](https://ministryofsport.com/australian-koala-foundation-sponsors-rising-wheelchair-tennis-star-benjamin-wenzel/) #### ##### [Australian Koala Foundation Sponsors Rising Wheelchair Tennis Star Benjamin Wenzel](https://ministryofsport.com/australian-koala-foundation-sponsors-rising-wheelchair-tennis-star-benjamin-wenzel/) [Read more on ministryofsport.com](https://ministryofsport.com/australian-koala-foundation-sponsors-rising-wheelchair-tennis-star-benjamin-wenzel/) ## Contact Ben Interested in talking with Ben about sponsorship opportunities, speaking at your event, or just staying up-to-date with his latest news? 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