Sara Garaeva – Tennis Player (2016 • Azerbaijan)
“My dream is to become a professional tennis player and win Grand Slams.“
Sara Garaeva is an international junior tennis player born in 2016, representing Azerbaijan. She competes in international junior tournaments and continues to develop her game through training and competitive match play.
Like many junior players featured in our Girls Interviews section, Sara Garaeva is gaining valuable experience across national and international tournaments, gradually refining her game and competitive mindset.
Through Tennis Papers, discover an exclusive profile and interview highlighting her tennis journey, playing style, competitive experience, and ambitions.
This profile is based on an exclusive interview conducted by Tennis Papers.
Sara Garaeva | Biography, February 2026
| Name | Sara Garaeva |
| Date of birth | 2016 |
| Nationality | Azerbaijani 🇦🇿 |
| Residence | Baku, Azerbaijan |
| Age started tennis | 5 |
| Tennis age category | U10 |
| National ranking | #1 |
| International ranking | |
| Tennis club | J-PRO Tennis Academy |
| Coaches | Nikita Kozlov-Kardivar |
| Sponsors | |
| @sara.garaeva |
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Sara Garaeva | Interview, February 2026
Hello, introduce yourself please.My name is Sara Garaeva. I am 9 years old and I compete in the under-10 category.
I am from Azerbaijan and I live between Baku, Azerbaijan and Moscow, Russia.What languages do you speak?I speak Russian, Azerbaijani, and English.
At what age did you start playing tennis?I started playing tennis at the age of 5.
Are there other tennis players in your family?No, I am the only tennis player in my family, but my family always supports me.
In which club do you train?I train at a competitive tennis academy and I regularly participate in tournaments.
Who are your coaches?I work with professional coaches who help me improve my technique, movement, and match strategy.
What is your weekly training routine?I train six days a week. I have tennis sessions, matches, strength training, and footwork drills.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?My greatest strength is my fighting spirit. I always give my best in every match. I would like to improve my serve and be physically stronger.
What is your age category and your national ranking?I compete in the under-10 category and I am the Azerbaijani national champion.
What have been your greatest successes so far?Winning the national championship in my age category.
In which countries have you played tournaments?I have participated in tournaments in Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Russia.
Do you have any sponsors?At the moment, I don’t have any official sponsors.
What is your goal for 2026?My goal for 2026 is to improve my level, win more tournaments, and participate in more international events.
What is your tennis dream?My dream is to become a professional tennis player and win Grand Slams.
Who are your favorite tennis players?My favorite tennis players are Aryna Sabalenka, Novak Djokovic, and Carlos Alcaraz, for their power, mental strength, and fighting spirit on the court.
What do you enjoy outside of tennis?Outside of tennis, I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?I dedicate this interview to my family and my coaches.
Sara, thank you for the interview 🙌
Tennis Papers wishes you all the best in your tennis journey 💜🩷
