AUBURN, Ala. – Russian standout Amirkhamza Nasridinov has signed with Auburn men’s tennis, head coach Bobby Reynolds announced on Tuesday. Nasridinov will join the Tigers in January prior to the 2025 spring season.
“We are excited to welcome Amirkhamza to our program this spring,” said Auburn head coach Bobby Reynolds. “Not only does he bring a wealth of experience and proven success in the tennis world, but his strong character and team spirit will make him a natural fit with our guys. We look forward to him contributing to our success both on and off the court this season.”
Excited to bring an international talent to the Plains in January 🦅
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Welcome to the Auburn Family!
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Nasridinov has a career-high ITF Junior Ranking of 90th and boasts multiple wins in ITF Junior events. The 19-year-old also holds an ATP singles ranking of 1308.
Nasridinov won five singles titles and three doubles titles at ITF Junior events in 2021 as well as both the singles and doubles crown at the J3 Ust-Kamenogorsk in 2022. His highest career singles Universal Tennis Ranking (UTR) was achieved earlier this year at 12.98.
Nasridinov’s hometown is Nurek, Tajikistan, where he was raised with four siblings. After attending high school at the International School of Tomorrow, Nasridinov played at the Russian University of Sport (GZOLIFK).