👧 Milana Tolochnaya | Tennis Papers interview, November 2025

“My dream is to win the 4 Grand Slams.”

Meet Milana Tolochnaya, Kazakh girl junior tennis player who lives in Almaty, Kazakhstan and competing in U12 tennis category.
Milana is training hard to be selected for the national team of Kazakhstan.

(Information gathered via an exclusive interview by Tennis Papers).

📘 Milana Tolochnaya | Biography, November 2025

🏔️ Almaty, Kazakhstan 🇰🇿

🌿 Nestled at the foot of the Tien Shan Mountains, Almaty is a city of breathtaking scenery and lively spirit.
☕ Known for its green parks, cozy cafés, and nearby ski resorts, it offers the perfect balance of nature and city life.
🎨 As Kazakhstan’s cultural capital, it shines with art, music, and youthful energy.
💛 With mountains in view and warmth in its heart, Almaty is where adventure meets elegance!

🎙️Milana Tolochnaya | Interview, November 2025

Hello, introduce yourself please.
My name is Milana Tolochnaya, I am 11 years old, I was born on April 21, 2014.
I am Kazakh and I live in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

What languages ​​do you speak?
Russian, and some English.

At what age did you start playing tennis?
6

Are there other tennis players in your family?
My twin brother Nikita Tolochnyy.

In which club do you train tennis?
Ace Tennis Center

Who is your tennis coach?
Kristina Balaganskaya.

What is your weekly training routine?
3 hours in the morning and 2 hours in the evening — 6 days a week.

As an athlete, what is your greatest quality and what do you need to improve?
My geatest quality is consistency.
I need to improve on the paddle and shot density.

What is your junior tennis category and your national tennis ranking?
U12, ranked #37

What has been your greatest achievement?
I won the first place at the Regional Cup.

In which countries have you already participated in tennis tournaments?
Kazakhstan.

Do you have any sponsors?
No.

What is your goal for 2026?
To become a member of the Kazakhstan national team.

What is your tennis dream?
To win the 4 Grand Slams.

Who are your favorite tennis players?
Federer, Alcaraz.

What do you like to do outside of tennis?
Chess, drawing, ping-pong.

To which people would you like to dedicate this interview?
To my parents.

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