“My dream is to become a professional tennis player and represent Latvia at the Olympic Games.”
Bogdans Petrovs tennis player born in 2014 is a Latvian junior tennis player competing in the U12 and U14 categories, currently ranked No. 2 in Latvia in U12. Based in Riga, he is part of the national team and is gaining international experience across the Baltic region.
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.
Table of Contents
👦 Bogdans Petrovs | Biography, April 2026
| Full Name | Bogdans Petrovs |
| Date of birth | May 9, 2014 |
| Nationality | Latvian 🇱🇻 |
| Residence | Riga, Latvia |
| Age started tennis | 6 |
| Tennis age category | U12 |
| Latvia tennis ranking | #2 |
| Tennis Europe ranking | |
| UTR tennis rating | 4.xx |
| Tennis club | |
| Coaches | Jeļena Jakovļeva Mihail Hmelnickij |
| Sponsors | Wilson Latvia |
| @petrovs.bogdans |
🎙️ Bogdans Petrovs | Interview, April 2026
Introduce yourself: Name, Age, Date of birth, Nationality, City of residence
My name is Bogdans Petrovs. I am 11 years old. I was born on May 9, 2014. I am from Latvia and I live in Riga.
What languages do you speak?
I speak Latvian, Russian, and English.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis when I was 6 years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
No, I am the first tennis player in my family.
In which tennis club do you train?
I train in Riga in a small, competitive group of players, which allows for a more focused and high-quality training environment.
What is your coaching team?
My training is guided by Jeļena Jakovļeva (A category coach) and Mihail Hmelnickij (C category coach). I also work individually with Mihail Hmelnickij on a regular basis.
What is your weekly training routine?
I train several times a week in a group setting, including three physical conditioning sessions. In addition, I have one to two individual sessions per week focusing on technique and match-specific details.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
My biggest strength is my fighting spirit — I never give up and fight for every point. I am currently working on improving my serve and becoming more aggressive in important moments.
What is your age category and national ranking?
I compete in the U12 and U14 categories. In U12, I am currently ranked No. 2 in Latvia, and I also compete in U14 tournaments.
What have been your greatest successes so far?
My biggest achievements include winning tournaments in Latvia and competing successfully against higher-ranked players. I am also a member of the Latvian national team and have participated in the Winter Cup, with plans to compete in the Summer Cup.
In which countries have you played tournaments?
I have competed in the Baltic countries (Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia), and I am now starting to play more international tournaments.
Do you have any sponsors?
Yes, I have a partnership with Wilson Latvia.
What is your goal for 2026?
My goal for 2026 is to gain experience in international tournaments, improve my ranking, and compete at a higher level.
What is your tennis dream?
My dream is to become a professional tennis player and represent Latvia at the Olympic Games.
Which player would you most like to meet and why?
I would like to meet Novak Djokovic because of his mentality, discipline, and fighting spirit. I admire how he always gives everything on court.
What do you enjoy doing outside of tennis?
Outside of tennis, I enjoy spending time with friends, staying active, and watching matches to learn from top players.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
I would like to dedicate this interview to my family, my coach, and everyone who supports me on my journey.
❤️ Support Bogdans Petrovs Tennis Career
Support this player:
🇱🇻 Related Latvian Tennis Players
Explore more boy tennis players representing Latvia.
Continue Exploring Tennis Papers
Discover more junior tennis resources, including player interviews, rankings, tournaments, academies, sponsorship and career development.
