👦 Alexei Efimovskikh | Tennis Papers interview, October 2025
“I dream of becoming the world’s number 1 player and winning all the Grand Slams.”
Meet Alexei Efimovskikh, Russian boy junior tennis player who lives in Podgorica, Montenegro and competing in U10 tennis category.
Alexei is currently ranked number 1 in Montenegro in his category and was also number 1 in U8 and U9! Alexei won an international tournament in U10.
(Information gathered via an exclusive interview by Tennis Papers).
📘 Alexei Efimovskikh | Biography, October 2025
| Name | Alexei Efimovskikh |
| Date of birth | December 1, 2015 |
| Nationality | Russian 🇷🇺 |
| Residence | Podgorica, Montenegro |
| @aleksei_efimovskikh | |
| Age started tennis | 4 |
| Tennis Club | AL’EF Tennis |
| Tennis coach | Aleksandar Efimovski (dad) |
| Junior tennis category | U10 |
| National tennis ranking | #1 (Montenegro) |
| International tennis ranking | |
| Sponsors |
🏠 Residence | Podgorica, Montenegro
🌍 Podgorica is the lively capital of Montenegro, where rivers meet and mountains surround the city.
🏛️ It blends modern life with traces of Ottoman and Yugoslav history.
🌳 Green parks and the Morača River make it perfect for peaceful walks.
☕ Friendly and relaxed, Podgorica is the heart of Montenegro’s culture and everyday charm.
🎙️Alexei Efimovskikh | Interview, October 2025
Hello, introduce yourself please.
Hello Tennis Papers team! 👋
My name is Alexei Efimovskikh, I’m 9 years old, and I was born on December 1, 2015.
I have Russian citizenship, but I have been living in Montenegro for 6 years, in Podgorica, where I started playing tennis.What languages do you speak?
I speak Russian, Montenegrin, and a little English.At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started when I was 4 years old 🎾Are there other tennis players in your family?
Yes! My dad is a tennis coach, and my mom helps me with stretching and fitness.What club do you train at?
I train with my dad at AL’EF Tennis in Podgorica.Who are your coaches?
My main coach is Aleksandar Efimovski — my dad.What does your training schedule look like?
I train five days a week for two hours of tennis, plus one hour of fitness or stretching every day.
On weekends, I usually travel for tournaments.What’s your best shot, and what are you working on?
My favorite shot is my backhand — it’s fast and powerful! 💥
I still need to work on my forehand, but I’m improving every week!What age category do you play in, and what’s your national ranking?
I play in the U10 category, and I’m currently ranked number 1 in Montenegro.What are your best results so far?
🏆 Winner of all national tournaments in the U10 category.
I also won an international tournament with players from Serbia, Albania, Kosovo, and Montenegro.In which countries have you played tennis so far?
So far, only in Montenegro.In which country do you dream of playing?
I dream of playing in France, at a Grand Slam tournament! 🇫🇷✨Do you have any sponsors?
Not yet, but I’d be happy to find one — tennis balls run out very fast! 😅🎾What do you dream about when playing tennis?
I dream of becoming the world’s number one player and winning all the Grand Slams.Who are your favorite tennis players?
My favorite player is Carlos Alcaraz — He’s positive, funny, and kind of like me! 😜What do you like to do besides tennis?
I love swimming, playing video games, and sometimes playing the flute 🪈Thanks a lot Alexei!
Tennis Papers wishes you the best in your tennis life 💜🩷
