Sonay Kartal: Who is Bia Haddad’s opponent at US Open?

This Tuesday (08/26), the Brazilian Bia Haddad Maia takes the first step by the simple feminine key. She will face the 23 -year -old British Sonay Kall in block 12 for the first round of the tournament. THE Sporting News It brings details about Bia’s opponent.

Who is Sonay Kall?

Sonay Kartal is a British tennis player born on October 28, 2001, in Sidcup, London, and created in Brighton, where he still lives and trains. Daughter of Turkish father, he carries in his identity the cultural heritage that also inspires part of his tattoos. Although not so high, the athlete pays off with speed, determination and an aggressive style of play.

Kartal plays with his right hand and uses the two -handed backhand, but his strongest blow is Forehand. She feels more comfortable on quick courts, where she can explore her power and movement well.

The athlete started playing tennis at age 6 at Pavilion & Avenue Tennis Club in Hove, and was closely monitored by coach Julie Hobbs, who became a key figure in her career.

As a child, he thought of giving up the sport after the first training, but was convinced to continue and today is one of the main representatives of British tennis. In addition to hobbs, currently also works with Ben Reeves on his technical team.

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Sonay Kartal: Titles

In his career, Sonay has already won 14 ITF level titles and reached her great milestone in 2024 by erecting the Jasmin Open trophy in Tunisia, her first WTA title. This victory projected it definitively in the circuit, confirming the potential that was already showing in smaller tournaments. In July 2025, he reached his best position in the ranking, reaching the top 50 and being present among the most consistent players of the season.

In Wimbledon 2024, he reached the third round as qualifier, and the following year went even further, stopping only in the round of 16 after expressive wins, including Jelena Ostapenko.

In early 2025, he also drew attention by defeating Beatriz Haddad Maia in Indian Wells, showing that she can compete equally to Top 20 players.