BTA Junior Tennis: Mukherjee wins

Manama : Rohan Mukherjee defeated Rushikesh Sonawane 4-2 in a repeat of last year’s final to win the 10 years and under category of the BTA Junior Tennis Tournament, organised by Bahrain Tennis Academy (BTA) at the Dilmun Club in Saar. 

The finalists emerged after the semi-finals, saw Rohan defeat Aadya Raju 12-4, while Rushikesh overcame Zayn Siddiqi 12-7.

In the play-off for the third-place medal, Zayn was too strong for Aadya, claiming a 4-0 victory. 

Players took part in a round-robin format competition in two groups, after which the top two players from each group progressed to the semi-finals and all participants received a certificate for their efforts.

BTA and Tournament Director, Dan Barrie commented, “The unique format of this event, using the 60-foot-court and the orange-dot ball, brought out the best in these talented youngsters, with our finalists showing a mastery of a court sized specifically for their age.”

Players wishing to compete in the next tournament should contact the Director at dan@bahraintennisacademy.com or join the Facebook group “Bahrain Junior Tennis Players” for information about upcoming events.