Aleksandra Karabanova – Tennis Player (2012 • Russia)
“My dream is to become the first racket and win Grand Slam tournaments.”
Aleksandra Karabanova is a Russian junior tennis player born in 2012, currently ranked No.2 in Russia and No.5 in Europe in the U14 category. In 2026, she confirmed her status by winning the prestigious Les Petits As tournament in France.
Like many junior players featured in our Girls Interviews section, Aleksandra Karabanova is gaining valuable experience across national and international tournaments, gradually refining her game and competitive mindset.
Through Tennis Papers, discover an exclusive profile and interview highlighting her tennis journey, playing style, competitive experience, and ambitions.
This profile is based on an exclusive interview conducted by Tennis Papers.
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Aleksandra Karabanova | Biography, February 2026
| Name | Aleksandra Karabanova |
| Date of birth | March 7, 2012 |
| Nationality | Russian 🇷🇺 |
| Residence | Tambov, Russia |
| Age started tennis | 7 |
| Tennis age category | U14 |
| National ranking | #2 |
| International ranking | #5 Europe |
| Tennis club | Ozerov Tennis Academy |
| Coaches | Viktor Nikitin Denis Petrachkov |
| Sponsors | Yonex Tennis |
| @sashakarabanova2012 |
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Aleksandra Karabanova | Interview, February 2026
Hello, introduce yourself please.Hello. My name is Aleksandra Karabanova, and I was born on March 7, 2012, in Tambov, Russia.
What languages do you speak?My native language is Russian, and I speak some English.
At what age did you start playing tennis?I started playing tennis at the age of 7.
Are there other tennis players in your family?No.
In which club do you train?I train at the Ryazan Ozerov Tennis Academy.
Who are your coaches?My tennis coach is Viktor Nikitin; my general physical conditioning coach is Denis Petrachkov.
What is your weekly training routine?I train 4-5 times a week for general physical conditioning, 2 hours a day for tennis, and twice a week for yoga and swimming.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?My strength is my serve; I want to improve the power and accuracy of my shots.
What is your age category and your national ranking?My age category is under 14; my national ranking is 2.
What have been your greatest successes so far?I have won the Tennis Europe Under 14 Category 2 and Under 16 Category 3 tournaments, as well as the Russian Championship and other major tournaments in Russia.
In which countries have you played tournaments?I’ve played in tournaments in Turkey, Armenia, and Azerbaijan.
Do you have any sponsors?Only Yonex provides me with rackets, strings, and backpacks.
What is your goal for 2026?Start playing ITF tournaments.
What is your tennis dream?Become the first racket and win Grand Slam tournaments.
Who are your favorite tennis players?Jannik Sinner and Serena Williams.
What do you enjoy outside of tennis?I like collecting diamond mosaics.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?My grandfather.
Aleksandra, thank you for the interview 🙌
Tennis Papers wishes you all the best in your tennis journey 💜🩷
FAQ – Aleksandra Karabanova
Who is Aleksandra Karabanova?
Aleksandra Karabanova is a Russian junior tennis player born in 2012, competing in the U14 category on the international junior circuit.
What is her current ranking?
She is currently ranked No.2 in Russia and No.5 in Europe in the U14 category.
What is her biggest achievement so far?
In 2026, she won Les Petits As in France, one of the most prestigious U14 tournaments in the world.
Which category does she compete in?
She competes in the U14 age category.
Why is Les Petits As important?
Les Petits As is widely regarded as a benchmark tournament for future professional tennis players, with many former winners going on to top-level careers.
What are her ambitions?
Aleksandra aims to continue progressing at the highest junior level and build a pathway toward professional tennis.
