Andriana Petrakis, a leading tennis player with an intellectual impairment, was recognised for her sporting achievements and advocacy in the disability sector at an International Women’s Day event hosted by OEEGA SA in Adelaide.
Presented with the 2025 award on March 1 at Sunnybrae Estate, Petrakis was praised for using her platform as a young Greek Australian to promote inclusion and awareness.
“Tennis has given me a purpose in life,” she said, reflecting on how sport shaped her personal growth and community engagement.
She highlighted the need for greater visibility for people with disability in sport and beyond: “I want to raise more awareness for disability in sports and community.”
Having started tennis at nine, Petrakis now aims to win gold medals in her international disability tennis category.
She described the event as a meaningful opportunity to connect with women and girls making an impact across diverse fields.
