“My goal for 2026 is to finish inside the Top 10 in the UK for my age group.”
Sophie Simonova tennis player born in 2014 is a British junior tennis player from Greater London competing in the U12 category. Ranked inside the UK Top 20, Sophie trains at the LTA RPDC centre at Dukes Meadows and has already built an impressive résumé with national titles and international team experience.
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.
👧 Sophie Simonova | Biography, May 2026
| Full Name | Sophie Simonova |
| Date of birth | April 24, 2014 |
| Nationality | British 🇬🇧 |
| Residence | Greater London, United Kingdom |
| Age started tennis | 6 |
| Tennis age category | U12 |
| LTA ranking | Top 20 |
| Tennis Europe ranking | |
| UTR tennis rating | 5.xx |
| Tennis club | Dukes Meadows LTA RPDC |
| Coaches | Otto Buchholdt Christian Colvin Josh Dragone |
| Sponsors | HEAD Tennis Middlesex Tennis |
| @sophiesim_tennis |
🎙️ Sophie Simonova | Interview, May 2026
Introduce yourself: Name, Age, Date of birth, Nationality, City of residence
My name is Sophie Simonova. I am 12 years old, born on April 24, 2014. I am British and currently live in Greater London, United Kingdom.
What languages do you speak?
I speak English and Russian fluently, and I am currently studying Spanish and Mandarin at school.
At what age did you start playing tennis?
I started playing tennis at the age of 6.
Are there other tennis players in your family?
Yes, my older brother Anthony also plays tennis, and we often train together.
In which tennis club do you train?
I train at Dukes Meadows, an LTA RPDC centre based in West London.
What is your coaching team?
My coaching team includes my main coach Otto Buchholdt, RPDC coach Christian Colvin, and strength & conditioning coach Josh Dragone.
What is your weekly training routine?
I train approximately three hours per day, combining high-performance tennis training with strength and conditioning work. Most weekdays include around two hours of tennis and one hour of S&C as part of my RPDC programme, alongside private coaching sessions with my main coach Otto Buchholdt. On weekends, I compete in tournaments or continue match practice sessions with my older brother Anthony.
What is your greatest strength as a player, and what do you need to improve?
I believe one of my greatest strengths is my work ethic and determination on court. At the same time, I am constantly focused on improving my movement and court positioning so I can become more aggressive and effective during matches.
What is your age category and national ranking?
I compete in the 12-and-under category and I am currently ranked inside the Top 20 in the United Kingdom.
What have been your greatest successes so far?
Some of my biggest achievements so far include winning the UK Nationals, representing Team England at the Four Nations international tournament, and becoming a four-time County Cup winner with the Middlesex team.
In which countries have you played tournaments?
So far, I have mainly competed in tournaments across the United Kingdom, including national-level and Tennis Europe events. I also plan to compete in more international Tennis Europe tournaments in the future.
Do you have any sponsors?
I currently receive support from HEAD and Middlesex Tennis.
What is your goal for 2026?
My goal for 2026 is to finish inside the Top 10 in the UK for my age group and continue improving my tennis.
What is your tennis dream?
My dream is to compete in Grand Slam tournaments and experience playing on the biggest stages in professional tennis.
Which player would you most like to meet and why?
I would most like to meet Aryna Sabalenka because I admire her aggressive playing style, competitive mentality, and powerful approach to the game.
What do you enjoy doing outside of tennis?
Outside of tennis, I enjoy drawing, spending time with my friends and family, and playing with my cat Tiggy, whom I love very much.
Who would you like to dedicate this interview to?
I would like to dedicate this interview to everyone who enjoys tennis, whether they play competitively or simply for fun, because I believe tennis is a sport that can positively impact people of all ages.
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