Ronit Karki (USA) Reaches World No. 18 in ITF Junior Rankings
Ronit Karki, the prodigious American junior tennis player, has vaulted into the elite ranks of the ITF World Junior circuit, achieving a career-high ranking of World No. 18. This significant jump is a direct result of his impressive performance at the recently concluded 2025 Wimbledon Championships, where he made a stunning run as a qualifier to reach the Boys’ Singles final.
Karki’s journey at Wimbledon was a masterclass in resilience and determination. Entering the tournament ranked 52nd, he defied expectations, navigating the challenging qualifying rounds and then battling through the main draw to reach the pinnacle of junior Grand Slam tennis. While he ultimately finished as the runner-up to Bulgaria’s Ivan Ivanov, his deep run at such a prestigious event garnered a substantial number of ranking points, propelling him significantly up the global ladder. Junior Grand Slams are the highest-scoring tournaments in the ITF junior ranking system, with a finalist earning 700 points, a massive boost to a player’s combined junior ranking, which considers their best six singles results and a quarter of their best six doubles results over a 52-week period.
This career-high ranking of World No. 18 firmly establishes the 17-year-old Karki as one of the most promising talents in junior tennis globally. His consistent progress and ability to perform on the biggest stages are indicative of his dedication to the sport.
Looking ahead, Karki has announced his commitment to transition to college tennis next year, joining the highly respected Stanford Men’s Tennis team in the autumn of 2026. This decision to attend one of the nation’s premier collegiate athletic and academic institutions highlights Karki’s strategic approach to his tennis career. Stanford’s program offers a competitive environment known for developing well-rounded athletes, providing Karki with an opportunity to further hone his skills, mature, and gain valuable team experience before potentially exploring a professional career.
As Karki continues his final year in the junior circuit, including the upcoming US Open, all eyes will be on his continued upward trajectory. His remarkable achievement of reaching World No. 18 underscores his potential, and his future at Stanford promises to be an exciting chapter in his burgeoning tennis journey.
