👧 Liliana Son | Tennis Papers interview, November 2025
“My dream is to become the first in the world.”
Meet Liliana Son, Korean girl junior tennis player who lives in Almaty, Kazakhstan and competing in U14 tennis category.
Liliana competes in international ATF tournaments.
(Information gathered via an exclusive interview by Tennis Papers).
📘 Liliana Son | Biography, November 2025
| Name | Liliana Son |
| Date of birth | October 11, 2011 |
| Nationality | Korean |
| Residence | Almaty, Kazakhstan |
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| Age started tennis | 7 |
| Tennis Club | Maqsat Academy |
| Tennis coach | Maria Miroslavovna |
| Junior tennis category | U14 |
| National tennis ranking | #66 |
| International tennis ranking | #189 ATF |
| Sponsors |
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⛰️ Tienshan backdrop – Snow-capped peaks towering just above the city, perfect for hiking & skiing.
🏙️ Vibrant urban life – Cafés, malls, parks, and a youthful, dynamic atmosphere.
❄️ Shymbulak Ski Resort – One of Central Asia’s top winter destinations.
🌳 Green and spacious – Wide boulevards, leafy neighborhoods, and panoramic viewpoints like Kok-Tobe.
🥟 Delicious cuisine – Kazakh specialties (beshbarmak, kazy) + a mix of global restaurants.
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🎙️Liliana Son | Interview, November 2025
Hello, introduce yourself please.My name is Liliana Son, I am 14 years old, I was born on 2011.
I am Korean and I live in Almaty, Kazakhstan.What languages do you speak?Russian.
At what age did you start playing tennis?At 7 years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?My sister.
In which club do you train?Maqsat Academy
Who are your coaches?Maria Miroslavovna
What is your weekly training routine?I train 3 hours a day.
As an athlete, what is your greatest quality and what do you need to improve?My right kick needs to be improved.
What is your junior category and your national ranking?Under-14
What has been your greatest achievement?I took the 2nd place at a ATF U14 tournament.
In which countries have you already played tournament?Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Armenia, Uzbekistan.
Do you have any sponsors?No.
What is your goal for 2026?To win a good tournament.
What is your tennis dream?My dream is to become the first in the world.
Who are your favorite tennis players?Aryna Sabalenka.
What do you like to do outside of tennis?I like to draw.
To which people would you like to dedicate this interview?–
Thanks a lot Liliana!
Tennis Papers wishes you the best in your tennis life 💜🩷
