Odessa Gymnasium No. 1 (Ukraine) HS: Played in tournaments throughout his country during his high school years…..

Personal: During the off season, he reached the finals of the ITA Tournament and Falcon Classic in singles action… Most memorable moment was when he defeated the top ranked player in Russia at the European Tournament in Kiev, Ukraine… Hobbies include playing soccer and listening to music… Nicknamed “Kats”… Has one sister – Julia (25)… Is the son of Aleksandr and Zoya Katsnelson… Born in Odessa, Ukraine on January 20, 1998…..

Favorite Athlete: Roger Federer                 Favorite Movie:  “Interstellar”
Favorite Food:  Pizza                                 Favorite TV Show:  “Breaking Bad”
Favorite Book: “Harry Potter”