Sofia Ishtokina | Tennis Player (2012, Russia)

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Sofia Ishtokina, Russian U14 tennis player and regional championship medalist
RTT National
Player
U15
Top 650
WTN
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UTR
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Rankings updated on November 7, 2026

“My next goal is to start winning national tournaments in Russia and to step onto the international arena.”

Sofia Ishtokina tennis player is a Russian junior tennis player born in 2012 and based in Orenburg, Russia. Competing in U14, she ranks among the Top 4 in Orenburg Oblast and around No. 600 nationally (RTT). A regional championship silver and bronze medalist, she aims to win national tournaments and compete internationally.

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.

Sofia Ishtokina · Biography, November 2026

Full NameSofia Ishtokina
Date of birthApril 13, 2012
Nationality🇷🇺 Russian
ResidenceOrenburg, Russia
Age started tennis8
Tennis age categoryU15
Russia tennis ranking#642
International ranking
WTN rating
UTR tennis rating
Tennis clubN.S. Geitz
CoachesVyacheslav Mukhamadeev
Sponsors
Instagram@ishtokina.sa
Sofia Ishtokina, Russian U14 tennis player and regional championship medalist
Sofia Ishtokina, Russian U14 tennis player and regional championship medalist
Sofia Ishtokina, Russian junior tennis player and regional championship medalist.
Sofia Ishtokina, Russian U14 tennis player and regional championship medalist

Sofia Ishtokina · Interview, November 2026

What is your name, birthdate, nationality, residence?
My name is Sofia Ishtokina. I was born on April 13, 2012. I’m Russian, and I live in Orenburg, Russia.
What languages do you speak?
I speak Russian and English.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis when I was 8 years old.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
Yes, my older sister plays tennis, and my grandparents played tennis before.
In which tennis club do you train?
I train at State Sports School No. 1 named after N.S. Geitz (GAU DO).
Who are your coaches?
My main coach is Vyacheslav Mukhamadeev.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
My greatest strengths are my serve, my physical fitness, my discipline, and my forehand. I work really hard every day to keep them at a high level. What I need to improve is my backhand and my psychological stability in tight moments, especially under pressure. But I believe that no matter what, I need to keep working on every aspect of my game to bring it all to the highest level.
What is your age category and national ranking?
I play in the U15 category. I’m currently ranked in the Top 4 in my region (Orenburg Oblast) and around 600th in the national Russian ranking (RTT).
What have been your greatest successes so far?
My greatest success is that I consistently compete at the national level in Russia and fight against the strongest junior players in the country. Last year, I also won silver and bronze medals at the regional championships. I am hungry for more and working hard every day to reach the highest level.
In which countries have you played tournaments?
I have only played tournaments in Russia. But I work hard to start playing at the international level very soon.
What equipment brands do you currently use (racket, string, shoes, clothing…), and are you sponsored by any of them?
I use Babolat rackets, Nike shoes, and Nike and a Russian brand called Seven Six for clothing. I’m not sponsored by any brands, but I’m open to partnerships.
What is your next goal?
My next goal is to start winning national tournaments in Russia and to step onto the international arena to compete at my best level.
What is your tennis dream?
My ultimate tennis dream is to be the best of the best. I want to reach the very top of the WTA rankings and win Grand Slam titles.
Who is your favorite player and why?
My favourite player is Novak Djokovic. I am deeply inspired by his story, his incredible discipline, and his daily hard work to achieve his goals. He proves that mindset and dedication are the most important things in tennis.
What do you enjoy doing outside of tennis?
Outside of tennis, I enjoy reading books in English to improve my language skills, and I love playing different games with my family and friends.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
I dedicate this interview to my family, who support me every day, and to my coaches for helping me grow.
Sofia, thank you for the interview 🎾
Tennis Papers wishes you all the best in your tennis journey and future tournaments 💜

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