Rising Russian tennis star Karen Khachanov is a formidable opponent on the court. In his short career, Khachanov has already secured world champion status amongst others. Claiming victory at just 17 years old, Khachanov took home the Under 18 European Championships title. In this pivotal career-changing move, Khachanov’s turn to pro set off at a meteoric rate. Now with an array of titles under his belt, Khachanov is helping to shape the future of his sport. With a career-high of number eight in the world rankings, Khachanov is quickly climbing the leaderboard.

Reaching the Open 13 in Marseille, France, was a thrilling competition for Khachanov. Taking his opponent Pouille by surprise, Khachanov claimed the ATP title in 2018. Khachanov’s exuberant command of his sport, made winning the Kremlin Cup one to remember. Khachanov’s winning streak made winning his first ATP Masters 1000 title in Paris a momentous victory. In doing so, Khachanov became the first Russian player in almost a decade to take the title. With strong performances at the China Open, Montreal Masters and the Auckland Open, Khachanov has continued to gain prestigious career-defining momentum.

Known for his stellar team performances for Russia, Khachanov has quickly become one of the country’s greatest players. With a strong playing style on the court, Khachanov uses his forehand to dictate rallies to impressive effect. Khachanov is renowned for his intelligent point construction, allowing him to wear down his opponents. His evolution on the court has paved the way for Khachanov to become a master of his sport.