👦 Justin Xian | Tennis Papers interview, January 2026

“My dream is to reach the ATP Top 30 and win a Grand Slam title.”

Meet Justin Xian, Finnish junior tennis player who lives in Vienna, Austria and currently competing in Boys U16 category.
Justin competes in the Tennis Europe Junior Tour.

This profile is based on an exclusive interview conducted by Tennis Papers in January 2026.

📘 NAME | Biography, January 2026

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🎻 Home of Mozart, Beethoven & classical magic
☕ Savor coffeehouse culture and sweet pastries
🌳 Relax in beautiful parks and refined streets
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🎙️Justin Xian | Interview, January 2026

Hello, introduce yourself please.

My name is Justin Xian, I am 14 years old (born on 15 September 2011). I am Finnish and currently based in Vienna, Austria.

What languages do you speak?

English, Chinese, and Finnish.

At what age did you start playing tennis?

I started playing tennis at the age of 8.

Are there other tennis players in your family?

There are no professional tennis players in my family, but they have always been very supportive of my development and goals.

In which club do you train?

Center Court Südstadt.

Who are your coaches?

Andreas Fasching.

What is your weekly training routine?

I train five days a week, focusing on high-quality on-court sessions, physical conditioning, and match play. I also take recovery and injury prevention seriously to stay consistent and healthy.

What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?

My greatest strengths are my work ethic, competitiveness, and reliable all-around game, especially my endurance in long matches. I am currently working on becoming physically stronger and faster to handle higher-level competition.

What is your age category and national ranking?

I compete in the U16 junior category and I am currently ranked around #580 on the Tennis Europe junior rankings.

What have been your greatest successes so far?

My greatest achievements so far include reaching two doubles finals and winning one doubles title in the U14 category.

In which countries have you played tournaments?

I have competed in several European countries, including Finland, Malta, Sweden, Estonia, Latvia, and Denmark.

Do you have any sponsors?

Yes, I am sponsored by Yonex Scandinavia.

What is your goal for 2026?

My goal for 2026 is to make a strong jump in my ITF junior ranking, gain regular experience on the ITF circuit, and achieve consistent results in Tennis Europe tournaments.

What is your tennis dream?

My dream is to reach the ATP Top 30 and win a Grand Slam title.

Who are your favorite tennis players?

Novak Djokovic, Gaël Monfils, and Carlos Alcaraz.

What do you enjoy outside of tennis?

Outside of tennis, I enjoy school, fitness training, playing piano at a competitive level, and spending time with friends.

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 and off the court.

Thank you for the interview, Justin 🙌
Tennis Papers wishes you all the best in your tennis journey 💜🩷