Alexander Malchanov – Tennis Player (2012 • Bulgaria)
“My dream is to become number 1 in the world, to make a career grand slam and to represent Bulgaria around the world.”
Alexander Malchanov is an international junior tennis player born in 2012, representing Bulgaria. He competes in the Tennis Europe Junior Tour and continues to develop his game through training and competitive match play.
Like many junior players featured in our Boys Interviews section, Alexander Malchanov 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 his tennis journey, playing style, competitive experience, and ambitions.
This profile is based on an exclusive interview conducted by Tennis Papers.
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Alexander Malchanov | Biography, February 2026
| Name | Alexander Malchanov |
| Date of birth | March 26, 2012 |
| Nationality | Bulgarian 🇧🇬 |
| Residence | Haskovo, Bulgaria |
| Age started tennis | 5 |
| Tennis age category | U14 |
| National ranking | #57 |
| International ranking | |
| Tennis club | Tennis Club Haskovo |
| Coaches | Nevena Shopova |
| Sponsors | |
| @a_malchanov._ |
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Haskovo, Bulgaria 🇧🇬 – sunlit gateway of southern Bulgaria
🌍 Southern Bulgarian city near the borders with Greece and Turkey
⛰️ Set among gentle hills and fertile Thracian plains
🗿 Home to the world’s tallest statue of the Virgin Mary and Child
🏛️ A regional cultural hub with parks, squares, and Orthodox churches
✨ A warm, welcoming city blending tradition and modern life
Alexander Malchanov | Interview, February 2026
Hello, introduce yourself please.Hello. Thank you for your attention. My name is Alexander Malchanov. I was born on March 26, 2012.
I am Bulgarian and I live in Haskovo, Bulgaria.What languages do you speak?Bulgarian.
At what age did you start playing tennis?At 5 years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?No.
In which club do you train?Tennis Club Haskovo.
Who are your coaches?Nevena Shopova.
What is your weekly training routine?I work hard every day on the court and at home.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?My strongest part is volleys. I want to work on the strength of my shots and my mentality.
What is your age category and your national ranking?Under 14: #57. Under 16: #72
What have been your greatest successes so far?I have won tournaments.
In which countries have you played tournaments?Only in Bulgaria.
Do you have any sponsors?No.
What is your goal for 2026?My goals in 2026 are to win national tournaments and my first title at international tennis tournaments. Also to work on my mentality.
What is your tennis dream?My tennis dream is to become number 1 in the world, to make a career grand slam and to represent Bulgaria around the world.
Who are your favorite tennis players?Novak Djokovic, Grigor Dimitrov, Alexander Vasilev.
What do you enjoy outside of tennis?I love watching tennis and going out with friends.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?I want to dedicate the interview to my parents and sister because they support me to become better.
Alexander, thank you for the interview 🙌
Tennis Papers wishes you all the best in your tennis journey 💜🩷
