Russian · Moscow, Russia · Born 21 May 1996Powerful Russian baseliner and top-10 regular known for his aggressive hitting and fighting spirit.
Karen Khachanov was born on 21 May 1996 in Moscow, Russia. He turned professional in 2013 and rose to prominence with a powerful serve and relentless baseline game. He broke through by winning the 2018 Paris Masters, his first and only Masters title, defeating Djokovic in the final. Khachanov has reached multiple Grand Slam quarter-finals and the 2021 Olympic final (silver medal) and the 2022 US Open semi-finals. He is known for his aggressive, heavy-hitting style and has been a consistent top-20 player for several years.
He is famous for defeating Novak Djokovic to win the 2018 Paris Masters, claiming his biggest career title.
He won the 2018 Paris Masters by beating Novak Djokovic in the final — at the time one of the biggest upsets of the year.
Did You Know?How They Played
Khachanov is known for his aggressive baseline game, utilizing his 6'6" frame to generate tremendous power from both wings. His forehand is particularly devastating, capable of producing winners from defensive positions, while his serve can reach speeds over 140 mph.
Career Honours
- Paris Masters 2018
- Olympic Silver Tokyo 2020
- US Open Semi-finalist 2022
Russian Athletes