Vaishnavi Adhkar (Indian Tennis Player) Biography

Quick Info

Profession	Tennis Player
Nationality	Indian
Date of Birth	14/12/2004
Age	21 years
Birthplace	Pune, Maharashtra, India

Latest News about Vaishnavi Adhkar

23/02/2026

Vaishnavi Adkar reached the final of the ITF Women's W100 Open in Bengaluru, finishing as runner-up after a strong performance that propelled her into the WTA top 500 with a new career-high singles ranking of No. 397. This result also elevated her to India's No. 2 ranked female tennis player. The 21-year-old from Pune showcased her growing prowess on home soil, marking a significant breakthrough in her professional career.

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Physical Stats & More

Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Black

Educational Qualification(s)

School	Brihan Maharashtra College of Commerce (BMCC), Pune, Maharashtra
College/University	Savitribai Phule Pune University, Maharashtra
Educational Qualification	Graduation

Personal Life

Religion	Hinduism

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Unmarried

Family

Father	Nihar Adkar (businessman)
Mother	Gauri Adkar
Siblings	Sister - Asmi

Career

Summary	Vaishnavi Adhkar has made remarkable strides in tennis since her early years. She began playing at the age of six and got professional training at seven. Her career includes impressive participations and accomplishments, such as ranking first in various national under-12 and under-14 categories and winning multiple medals at prestigious events.
Career Highlights	Achieved a highest ranking of No. 581 on 21 July 2025. Won bronze medals at the World University Games (2025) and BRICS Games (2024). Participated in the ITF 15K Doubles Women’s World Tennis Tour in Gwalior in 2022 and emerged victorious. Reached the semi-finals in women's singles and finals in doubles at the Fenesta Nationals in 2023. Secured medals at the National Games in Goa in 2023, including silver in team and bronze in singles. Clinched gold in both singles and doubles at the ITF W15 tournament in Ahmedabad in 2024. Was the first Indian woman tennis player to win a medal at the FISU World University Games in 2025, earning bronze. Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 581 on 21 July 2025. Reached a new career-high singles ranking of No. 397 as of early 2026. Finished as runner-up at the ITF W100 Bengaluru tournament in February 2026, becoming India's No. 2 ranked female player.

Summary

Vaishnavi Adhkar has made remarkable strides in tennis since her early years. She began playing at the age of six and got professional training at seven. Her career includes impressive participations and accomplishments, such as ranking first in various national under-12 and under-14 categories and winning multiple medals at prestigious events.

Career Highlights

Achieved a highest ranking of No. 581 on 21 July 2025.
Won bronze medals at the World University Games (2025) and BRICS Games (2024).
Participated in the ITF 15K Doubles Women’s World Tennis Tour in Gwalior in 2022 and emerged victorious.
Reached the semi-finals in women's singles and finals in doubles at the Fenesta Nationals in 2023.
Secured medals at the National Games in Goa in 2023, including silver in team and bronze in singles.
Clinched gold in both singles and doubles at the ITF W15 tournament in Ahmedabad in 2024.
Was the first Indian woman tennis player to win a medal at the FISU World University Games in 2025, earning bronze.
Achieved a career-high singles ranking of No. 581 on 21 July 2025.
Reached a new career-high singles ranking of No. 397 as of early 2026.
Finished as runner-up at the ITF W100 Bengaluru tournament in February 2026, becoming India's No. 2 ranked female player.

Social Media

Instagram	https://www.instagram.com/vaishnavi__adkar/

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Started tennis training with her parents for fitness at the age of six.
2. Initiated competitive tournaments at the age of nine, excelling in national rankings.
3. Selected for the 'Road to Roland Garros' during the pandemic but couldn't attend due to a positive COVID-19 test.
4. A fitness enthusiast, often shares her gym routines on social media.
5. Trains under coach Kedar Shah at the Bounce Tennis Academy in Pune.
6. Achieved a top ITF junior ranking of No. 115.
7. Plays right-handed and prefers hard courts.

Vaishnavi Adhkar Tennis Player Indian Pune, Maharashtra, India