“My dream is to become world No.1.”
Bogdan Dragan is a Russian junior tennis player from Sochi, Russia, born in 2016. Competing in the U11 category, he is developing his game through regular training, family support, and early national competition, with a playing style built on both attack and defence.
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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👦 Bogdan Dragan | Biography, March 2026
| Full Name | Bogdan Dragan |
| Date of birth | March 22, 2016 |
| Nationality | Russian 🇷🇺 |
| Residence | Sochi, Russia |
| Age started tennis | 5 |
| Tennis age category | U11 |
| Russia tennis ranking | Top 50 |
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| @olivia_and_bogdan_tennis |
🎙️ Bogdan Dragan | Interview, March 2026
Hello, introduce yourself please.
Hello, my name is Bogdan Dragan. I am Russian, from Sochi, and I was born in 2016.
What languages do you speak?
I speak Russian and English.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis when I was 5 years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
Yes, my father plays tennis. My younger sister Olivia also plays tennis, and she is now 7 years old.
In which club do you train?
I train at a tennis school in Sochi, and my dad is also my private coach.
Who are your coaches?
My coaching team is my family.
What is your weekly training routine?
I practice five days a week. I also have one to two fitness sessions per week.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
I think one of my strengths is that I can play both in attack and in defence. I still need to improve my physical condition.
What is your age category and your national ranking?
I compete in the U11 category and my national ranking is No.47. But we do not chase rankings, we focus on developing my game.
What have been your greatest successes so far?
So far, I have won two tournaments and finished as runner-up once.
In which countries have you played tournaments?
Up to now, I have played tournaments in Russia.
Do you have any sponsors?
I do not have any sponsors at the moment.
What is your goal for 2026?
My goal is to take my game to the next level and succeed in U13 tournaments.
What is your tennis dream?
My dream is to become world No.1.
Which player would you most like to meet and why?
Of course, I would like to meet Carlos Alcaraz because I love the way he plays.
What do you enjoy doing outside of tennis?
Outside of tennis, I enjoy spending time with my friends, cycling, and hiking with my family.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
I would like to dedicate this interview to my dad. He is my hero. He introduced me to tennis and made me love it.
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