Going back to Malaysia and Kuala Lumpur to see relatives is always special. While I'm Australian born and raised, my mum is Malaysian and I'm always excited to go back to my roots. I'm very proud of my heritage and I'm a huge lover of Malaysian cuisine!

AND THE BEST HOTEL YOU'VE STAYED IN? 

I'm very fortunate to stay in some of the best hotels in the world, however the Waldorf Astoria in New York takes some beating. I love it for its old school glamour – the lobby is so grand it's like walking into a movie and the views from the top are spectacular. It also has an amazing spa perfect for unwinding after a long match.

WHAT DO YOU ALWAYS TAKE WITH YOU? 

Tennis rackets, of course! I don't think I've ever travelled without them. Rackets aside, I always take my music and Beats headphones; they're ideal for relaxing and zoning out any distractions!

WHAT DO YOU NEED FOR A PERFECT HOLIDAY? 

Good music, good weather, good food and good people! For me a truly memorable holiday has everything to do with who you go with.  I sometimes get homesick when I don't see friends or family so it's really important to see them when I'm travelling.

WHAT'S YOUR BEST PIECE OF TRAVEL ADVICE? 

With tournaments all around the world it's essential to arrive at events feeling physically and mentally fresh, which means I need to fight jetlag fast. I do this by opting for an overnight flight and using the flight time to fall in line with the sleep pattern of any time zone changes. You are much more likely to sleep on an overnight flight than on an afternoon one, and it's the best way to reset your internal clock.

AND YOUR WORST EXPERIENCE ON HOLIDAY? 

I've been pretty lucky and I can't really report on anything negative as yet!

WHAT IS THE BIGGEST PACKING MISTAKE YOU'VE MADE? 

Trying to think I can even pack a suitcase is a mistake in itself. I'm not the neatest of people and I just throw everything in and then, of course, it doesn't fit.

WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO NEXT? 

Sarasota in Florida. I won an ATP Challenger tournament there last year and fell in love with the place. It has some stunning beaches and the fresh seafood is insane. It's also amazingly low-key, perfect for chilling out.

Interview by Paul Ewart

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