Sofia Kenin is an American professional tennis player and she was born on 14 November 1998, Moscow, Russia. At the age of 16 she won the Orange bowl and finished the US Open 2015 tournament as a runner-up. Sofia Kenin won the Grand Slam Women’s single title in the Australian Open 2020, Totally in her Tennis career she won five WTA singles titles and two WTA doubles titles.
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Sofia Kenin Personal Informations:
| Full Name | Sofia Anna Kenin |
| Nick Name | Sonya |
| Date Of Birth | 14 November 1998 |
| Age | 26 years |
| Birth Place | Moscow,Russia |
| Nationality | American |
| Religion | Jewish |
| Marital Status | Single |
| Coach | Alex Kenin, Michael Joyce (2023) |
| Plays | Right-handed |
| Official Website | sonyakenin.com |
Beatriz Haddad Maia Physical Statistics:
| Height | 1.7 m |
| Weight | 80 kg |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Big style |
Sofia Kenin Family & Relationships :
| Father Name | Alexander Kenin |
| Mother Name | Svetlana Kenin |
| Sister Name | Unknown |
| Boy Friend | Unknown |
Biography Of Sofia Kenin :
Sofia Kenin Childhood : Sofia Kenin also known as Sonya Kenin, she was born on November 14 1998, in Moscow, Russia. When she was just a few months old, there family immigrated to the United States and settling in Pembroke Pines, Florida. Her father Alexander and Mother Lena Kenin were determined to provide Sofia with better opportunities, especially in sports.
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Sofia showed a keen interest in tennis a very young age. She Inspired by legends like Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova and she picked up a tennis racket at the age of five. Her father Alexander, who became her full-time coach played a major role in her early sports development. She also received training at the prestigious Rick Macci Tennis Academy, which is known for producing top tennis talents.
She quickly gained attention in the tennis community as a child prodigy. Her incredible hand eye coordination, focus and competitive nature stood out even at junior levels. At the age of 10, she had already played exhibition matches against top players and it was considered one of the brightest young prospects in American tennis.
Her childhood was marked by a strong work ethic, disciplined training routines and unwavering support from her whole family. These foundations laid the path for her rise in the professional tennis world and her eventual Grand Slam breakthrough at the Australian Open 2020.
Early Stage of Sofia Kenin:
Sofia Kenin turned professional in 2017 after a successful junior career and quickly began making her mark on the WTA Tour. She gained international recognition in the year 2020 when she won her first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, defeating former champion Garbine Muguruza in the final. This victory made her the youngest American woman to win a Grand Slam since Serena Williams in 1999. Later that she reached another major final at the French Open, finishing runner-up to Iga Swiatek.
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She is well known for her aggressive baseline play, mental toughness, and ability to handle pressure, Kenin achieved a career-high WTA singles ranking of World No.4 in March 2020. Over the years she has won a total of five WTA singles titles including tournaments in Lyon, Guangzhou, Mallorca, and Hobart. In 2020, she was honored as the WTA Player of the Year for her outstanding season.
Although her career faced setbacks due to injuries and a dip in form during 2021–2022. Kenin made a steady comeback in 2023–2024,after returning to the Top 100 rankings and regaining momentum on the tour. She made wins over top players like Serena Williams, Ashleigh Barty, and Naomi Osaka, Sofia Kenin has established herself as one of the most talented and determined players of her generation.
Records Of Sofia Kenin :
- She reached world no 2 in ITF junior rankings.
- In 2014 she made her junior Grand Slam debut.
- Won the Junior Fed Cup in 2014.
- Won the Orange Bowl in 2014.
- She reached the finals in 2015 US Open.
- Grand Slam Finals : 2 (Australian Open 2020, French Open 2020)
- WTA Singles Titles : 5
- WTA Player of the Year 2020
- Career-High Ranking: No. 4
Awards Of Sofia Kenin :
- Most improved player of the year 2019.
Sofia Kenin on Social Media:
- INSTAGRAM : @sofia.kenin
- TWITTER : @SofiaKenin
- FACEBOOK : @sofiakenin
Sofia Kenin Hobbies and Favorites :
- Hobbies : Watching Movies, Listening to music, Travelling
- Favourite Tournament : US Open
- Favourite Tennis Player : Andy Roddick
- Favourite Animal : Dog
- Favourite Colors : Blue, Green
- Favourite Game : Baseball and Tennis
- Favourite Destination : New York
Frequently Asked Questions about Sofia Kenin:
Q: Who is Sofia Kenin?
A: Sofia Kenin is an American professional tennis player.
Q: Sofia Kenin born date?
A: Sofia Kenin was born on November 14, 1998.
Q: Where was Sofia Kenin born?
A: Sofia Kenin was born in Moscow, Russia.
Q: What is the name of Sofia Kenin Father?
A: Sofia Kenin Father name is Alexander Kenin.
Q: What is the name of Sofia Kenin Mother?
A: Sofia Kenin mother name is Svetlana Kenin.
Q: What is the name of Sofia Kenin Husband Name?
A: Sofia Kenin not married yet.
Q: What languages does Sofia Kenin speak?
A: Sofia Kenin primarily speaks English and Russian.
Q: How tall is Sofia Kenin?
A: Sofia Kenin height is 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
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