👧 Sultana Temirkhanova | Tennis Papers interview, October 2025

“My dream is to win the US Open.”

Meet Sultana Temirkhanova, Kazakh girl junior tennis player who lives in Almaty, Kazakhstan and competing in U12 tennis category.
Sultana competes in international ATF tournaments.

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

📘 Sultana Temirkhanova | Biography, October 2025

🏠 Residence | Almaty, Kazakhstan

🌳 Surrounded by the majestic Tien Shan mountains, Almaty is a city where nature and modern life harmoniously blend.
☕ Known for its green parks, ski resorts, and lively cafés, it’s the cultural and economic heart of Kazakhstan.
🎶 With music, art, and mountain adventures at every corner, Almaty offers warmth and beauty in every season!

🎙️Sultana Temirkhanova | Interview, October 2025

Hello, introduce yourself please.
My name is Sultana Temirkhanova, I was born on March 18, 2013, in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

What languages ​​do you speak?
I speak Chinese, Russian, English, and a little Kazakh.

At what age did you start playing tennis?
I was 9 years old.

Are there other tennis players in your family?
My dad plays tennis, and my mom and younger brother also played tennis in the past.

In which club do you train tennis?
I train at the Kazakhmys club.

Who is your tennis coach?
Andrey Vladimirovich, Anatoly Borisovich, Olga Evgenievna, Marina Alexandrovna, Azizkhon Murtazakhonovich, Boburkhon Murtazakhnovich

What is your weekly training routine?
I train from Monday to Saturday from 7:45 to 11:00

As an athlete, what is your greatest quality and what do you need to improve?
The most important quality in an athlete is discipline, and I need to improve my self-confidence.

What is your junior tennis category and your national tennis ranking?
I play tournaments for Under-12, and I’m ranked #33 in Kazakhstan.

What has been your greatest achievement?
I get into the main draws of international tournaments.

In which countries have you already participated in tennis tournaments?
Bahrain, UAE, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Georgia

Do you have any sponsors?
No

What is your goal for 2026?
To win tournaments

What is your tennis dream?
To win the US Open.

Who are your favorite tennis players?
Sabalenka and Sinner

What do you like to do outside of tennis?
To cook various dishes or bake

To which people would you like to dedicate this interview?
My future self

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