👦 Nikita Belinskyi | Tennis Papers interview, January 2026
“My dream is to be number 1 in the word and win Grand Slams.”
Meet Nikita Belinskyi, Ukrainian junior tennis player who lives in Haarlem, Netherlands and currently competing in Boys Green Ball category.
This profile is based on an exclusive interview conducted by Tennis Papers in January 2026.
📘 Nikita Belinskyi | Biography, January 2026
| Name | Nikita Belinskyi |
| Date of birth | January 2017 |
| Nationality | Ukrainian 🇺🇦 |
| Residence | Haarlem, Netherlands |
| Age started tennis | 5 |
| Junior category | Green Ball |
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| International ranking | |
| Tennis Club | NTC de Kegel Amstelveen |
| Coaches | Father |
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| @nikitaplaystennis |
🌷 Haarlem, Netherlands 🇳🇱
⛪ Admire the grand Grote Kerk and old streets
🚲 Stroll along canals, squares, and bike paths
🎨 Discover museums, art & local culture
☕ Relax in cozy cafés and boutique shops
🌊 Close to beaches & dunes, calm and beautiful
🎙️Nikita Belinskyi | Interview, January 2026
Hello, introduce yourself please.My name is Nikita Belinskyi, I am 8 years old, I was born on 2017.
I am Ukrainian, and I live in Haarlem, Netherlands.What languages do you speak?Dutch.
At what age did you start playing tennis?I Started to play tennis at 5.
Are there other tennis players in your family?Yes, my dad.
Which club do you train with?I train in few clubs: Overhout, Haarlem, De Kegel, Amstelveen/Amsterdam and regional KNLTB selection.
Who are your coaches?My dad and multiple selection coaches.
What is your weekly training routine?8-9 hours of tennis and 3 hours of physical training.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?Ability to win important points, mental strength.
What is your tennis category and national ranking?I play in Green ball category, we don’t have national ranking in green ball.
What has been your greatest achievement so far?I won a tournament, both in singles and doubles.
In which countries have you played tournaments?Netherlands only.
Do you have any sponsors?No, but I would like to have Babolat Aero.
What is your goal for 2026?Play a lot of matches and become better player, also beat few key opponents.
What is your tennis dream?To be number 1 in the word and win Grand Slams.
Who are your favorite tennis players?Djokovic.
What do you enjoy outside of tennis?To play football and play on Nintendo.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?To all young players.
Thank you for the interview, Nikita 🙌
Tennis Papers wishes you all the best in your tennis journey 💜🩷
