👧 Dora Sofu | Tennis Papers interview, September 2025

“In the future, I want to play in all the Grand Slams, especially Roland-Garros.”

Meet Dora Sofu, Turkish tennis player, talent junior girl who lives in Antalya, Turkey and competing in U10 tennis category.

📘 Dora Sofu | Biography, September 2025

🏠 Residence | Antalya, Turkey

🌍 Antalya is a city in southern Turkey, by the Mediterranean Sea.
⛱️ It is famous for its beautiful beaches and sunny weather.
🏛️ The old town, called Kaleiçi, has narrow streets and old stone houses.
⛰️ Nearby are mountains, waterfalls, and ancient ruins to explore.

🎙️Dora Sofu | Interview, September 2025

Hello, introduce yourself please.
I’m Dora Sofu, I was born on July 27, 2016, in Antalya.
I’m Turkish and I live in Antalya. 

At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis at the age of 6.

Are there other tennis players in your family?
Yes, my mom and dad also play tennis

In which club do you train tennis?
Antalya Tenis Akademisi

Who is your tennis coach?
Tuncay Tapan

How many hours a week do you train tennis and do physical training?
9 hours per week (including conditioning)

What is your junior tennis category and your national tennis ranking?
Under-10
In my country, there is no ranking for 9-year-olds.

What are your best tennis performances?
This year, I achieved 3rd place with my school team in Antalya and won a medal in the U10 tournament.

In which countries have you already participated in tennis tournaments?
I have only participated in tournaments in Turkey.

Do you have any sponsors?
I don’t have sponsors.

What tennis racket do you play with?
I use a Babolat Pure Drive Junior

What is your tennis dream?
In the future, I want to play in all the Grand Slams, especially Roland-Garros.

Who are your favorite tennis players?
Aryna Sabalenka and Rafael Nadal

Thanks a lot Dora!
Tennis Papers wishes you the best in your tennis life 💜🩷

🎾 Dora Sofu | Tennis playing, September 2025

💪 Dora Sofu | Physical training, September 2025