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Sofia Kenin

WTA Tour World #68 Aggressive Baseline
World #68
Updated: 2026-06-15
Sofia Kenin
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Player Profile

BornNovember 14, 1998
Height1.70 m
PlaysRH / 2HBH
Turned Pro2017
CoachMichael Joyce
NationalityπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USA
Prize Money$11,669,924
Tour Titles5
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Current Equipment β€” 2025–26

Racquet Pure Drive Retail frame
Strings Babolat RPM Blast / Babolat VS Touch hybrid Full natural gut
Shoes Babolat
Clothing Babolat
String tension
Not confirmed
Low (18 kg)Tour avg (~24 kg)High (36 kg)

Their exact string tension has not been publicly confirmed.

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Racquet Specs

FramePure Drive
BrandBabolat
Note: Equipment data sourced from iq.tennis weekly tracking.
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Playing Style & Technique

Play style
Aggressive Baseline
Forehand grip
Semi-Western
Backhand
Two-handed
Serve stance
Platform

Sofia Kenin plays an attacking baseline game built on consistent power and depth. Their forehand is the primary offensive weapon β€” struck with a semi-western grip and heavy topspin to generate pace while keeping the ball deep in the court.

Their two-handed backhand is reliable and can be used both to redirect pace and to hit outright winners. Sofia tends to dictate play from behind the baseline, looking for short balls to step in and finish the point.

How their equipment supports their style: The Pure Drive suits an aggressive baseliner's need for a balance of power and control. Babolat RPM Blast / Babolat VS Touch hybrid provides the spin and durability required for consistent heavy-ball hitting from the baseline.

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Career Highlights

5
WTA Titles
301–209
Career W-L
59%
Win Rate
#4
Career High
$11,669,924
Prize Money
1
Grand Slam
Australian Open
W '20
Roland Garros
F '20
Wimbledon
R3
US Open
R4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sofia Kenin plays with the Pure Drive racket (also spelled racquet). Equipment data sourced from iq.tennis weekly tracking. You can see all Babolat players on the WTA equipment list.
Sofia Kenin uses Babolat RPM Blast / Babolat VS Touch hybrid β€” a natural gut setup. String choice is tracked weekly at iq.tennis and updated when changes are detected.
Sofia Kenin's exact string tension is not publicly confirmed. Their exact string tension has not been publicly confirmed.
Sofia Kenin wears Babolat on the WTA Tour.
Sofia Kenin's setup is a solid starting point for club players who hit with topspin and like to attack. The Pure Drive is accessible at multiple playing levels. If you use Babolat RPM Blast / Babolat VS Touch hybrid or a similar string, aim for 22–25 kg (48–55 lbs) for a good balance of control and feel. Use our racquet advisor and string advisor to find the right setup for your game.