Does Sofia Kenin Have a New Coach?

Last Modified Jul 4, 2024 12:28 GMT
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Sofia Kenin

25-year-old Sofia Kenin is a professional tennis player from America, who is currently ranked No. 49 in singles. She achieved her career-high singles ranking of No. 4 on March 9, 2020. Kenin first rose to fame after winning the 2020 Australian Open title, where she defeated then world No. 1 Ash Barty in the semifinal, and Garbine Muguruza in the final. She also reached the final of the French Open in 2020, where she lost against current world No.1 Iga Swiatek.

Besides the Australian Open in 2020, Sofia Kenin also won three singles titles in 2019 — Hobart International, the Mallorca Open, and the Guangzhou Open. She also plays doubles and has four titles to her name, showcasing her prowess in both formats. Her career-high doubles ranking was No. 29, which she achieved in January 2021. She is currently ranked No. 38 in doubles by the WTA.

According to the WTA website, Kenin has won over $9.6 million in prize money till date.

Sofia Kenin New Coach

Sofia Kenin's present coach is reportedly Michael Joyce, a former tennis professional who achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 64. He retired in 2003, and has coached the likes of Maria Sharapova and Sloane Stephens.

The collaboration between Sofia Kenin and Joyce commenced in March 2023. Joyce's coaching style emphasizes technical acumen and psychological fortitude. His adeptness as a motivator has been instrumental in enhancing players’ mental resilience.

Why Did Sofia Kenin Split With Her Father?

Sofia Kenin ended her coaching partnership with her father, Alexander Kenin in 2021. She expressed:

"I experienced significant achievements under my father's guidance, and I believed it was time for me to independently shape my tennis journey and career. This led me to the decision of parting ways with my dad. It does not necessarily mean we will not reunite in the future. The future remains uncertain. At the moment, I feel the need to allocate time for self-reflection, particular growth, and determining my path. ultimately, we will gauge what lies ahead."

FAQs

A. Micheal Joyce, a former tennis player, is the current coach of Sofia Kenin.

A. Sofia Kenin turned pro in the year 2017.

A. Sofia Kenin is 175 cm tall, which is approximately 5 feet 7 inches.

A. Yes, Sofia Kenin won the Australian Open in 2020.

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