Who is Brandon Holt's tennis coach?

Last Modified Aug 24, 2023 12:01 GMT
Brandon Holt
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Brandon Holt is a rising tennis star, who has garnered attention of many with his recent performances and potential. He is the son of former WTA world No. 1 Tracy Austin, and played college tennis for the University of Southern California. Holt's tennis journey is adorned with his achievements in college, where he named an All- American athlete on multiple occasions.

2022 was a standout year for Holt. He qualified for the US Open and defeated fellow American and current world No. 9 Taylor Fritz in the first round. Holt achieved a career-high ranking of No. 180 in May 2023, and is currently ranked No. 244 by the ATP.

Brandon Holt’s Tennis Coach

Brandon Holt's current coach is David Nainkin. Nainkin is a former professional tennis player who reached a career-high ranking of world No. 83 in singles. He has also worked with several other top players, including Taylor Fritz, Sam Querrey, and Steve Johnson.

Nainkin and Holt began working together in 2022 and Holt has made significant progress since then. Besides the 2022 US Open, Holt also qualified for the 2023 Australian Open and made another second-round appearance, where he lost to Roberto Bautista Agut in five sets.

Nainkin is known for his aggressive coaching style. He likes to push his players to their limits and challenge them to be the best they can. Holt has said that he has learnt a lot from Nainkin and that he's thankful for his guidance.

When did Brandon Holt turn pro?

Brandon Holt's voyage in the world of professional tennis began in 2020 when he made the decision to turn pro. Stepping onto the competitive stage, Holt embarked on a new chapter of his tennis career, showcasing his commitment, skill, and determination as he strives to make his mark on the ATP tour in the coming years.

FAQs

A. Brandon Holt turned pro in 2020.

A. Brandon Holt is the son of former WTA world no. 1 tennis player Tracy Austin.

A. Brandon Holt is 6 feet 1 inch tall, which is approximately 185 centimetres.

A. A series of injuries and a vehicle accident forced Tracy Austin to retire in 1989.

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