How Did Manish and Vaishnavi Secure Singles Titles at the National Tennis Championship?
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Synopsis
In an electrifying finale at the 30th National Tennis Championship, Tamil Nadu’s Manish Sureshkumar and Maharashtra’s Vaishnavi Adkar showcased their talent by clinching the singles titles at the DLTA Complex in New Delhi. This thrilling event continues to highlight India’s top tennis talents.
Key Takeaways
- Manish Sureshkumar claims men’s singles title.
- Vaishnavi Adkar secures women’s singles title.
- Event held at DLTA Complex in New Delhi.
- Total prize pool exceeds Rs 21.55 Lakh.
- U16 and U14 matches scheduled from October 5 to October 11.
New Delhi, Oct 4 (NationPress) In a remarkable display of skill, Manish Sureshkumar from Tamil Nadu and Vaishnavi Adkar from Maharashtra emerged victorious in the 30th National Tennis Championship, capturing the men’s and women’s singles titles respectively at the DLTA Complex in New Delhi on Saturday.
In the gripping men’s singles final, Manish Sureshkumar defeated Keerthivassan Suresh with a score of 6-4, 6-2 in a match that lasted two hours, showcasing his remarkable consistency and composure under pressure.
Both competitors opened aggressively, exchanging early breaks of serve to reach a 1-1 tie. Manish then broke Keerthivassan's serve, taking a 2-1 lead and consolidating it to 3-1. Keerthivassan fought back valiantly, breaking back to lead 4-3. However, Manish elevated his performance, breaking his opponent's serve again to clinch the first set.
Momentum carried over into the second set where the Tamil Nadu player maintained his rhythm, engaging in lengthy rallies with precise groundstrokes and solid returns. He closed the set at 6-2, thus securing the men’s singles championship.
Meanwhile, in the women’s singles final, Vaishnavi kicked off in high spirits, breaking Akanksha Nitture's serve early to establish a 2-0 lead. Although Akanksha managed a brief break back, Vaishnavi quickly regained control, winning the first set with precision shots.
The second set followed suit as Vaishnavi continued her dominance. After both players held serve initially, she broke Akanksha twice to rush ahead 5-1. Despite Akanksha pulling one break back, Vaishnavi held her nerve, confidently serving out to win the set and title with a final score of 6-1, 6-2.
Supported by DCM Shriram Ltd and conducted under the aegis of the All India Tennis Association (AITA) and the Delhi Lawn Tennis Association (DLTA), the Fenesta Open remains India’s largest domestic tennis event, attracting the nation’s elite talent.
In the Under-18 category, Harshini N triumphed over Snigdha Kanta 6-1, 2-6, 6-4 in a fiercely contested girls’ singles final lasting over three hours.
In the boys’ singles final, Tavish Pahwa claimed victory against Hruthik Katakam 7-6(2), 1-0 (retired), as Katakam had to withdraw due to injury.
In the men’s doubles final, the duo of Nitin Kumar Sinha and Maan Kesharwani outperformed Manish Sureshkumar and Abhinav Sanjeev S with a score of 6-4, 3-6, [10-5] in a thrilling match that went down to the wire.
In the women’s doubles, Akanksha Nitture and Soha Sadiq secured a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Pooja Ingale and Yubrani Banerjee.
Vraj H. Gohil and Prakaash Sarran rallied from behind to defeat Karan Thapa and Channamallikarjuna Yale 2-6, 7-5, [10-5] in a gripping boys’ U-18 doubles final. In the girls’ U-18 doubles final, Savitha Bhuvaneswaran and Aahan triumphed over Akansha Ghosh and Deepshika V 6-3, 6-3 to claim the title.
Alongside the coveted titles, winners will receive prize money with a total pool exceeding Rs 21.55 Lakh and Kit Allowance for junior categories. Additionally, the winners and runners-up in the U16 and U14 singles events will each be awarded a Tennis scholarship of ₹25,000. Matches for the Boys and Girls Under-16 & Under-14 category qualifying and main draw will take place from October 5 to October 11.
Point of View
It's essential to recognize the impressive achievements of athletes like Manish Sureshkumar and Vaishnavi Adkar, who not only elevate the sport of tennis in India but also inspire the next generation. The National Tennis Championship remains a beacon of talent and competition, and it is crucial for us to support and promote such events that foster athletic excellence.
NationPress
04/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the men’s singles title at the National Tennis Championship?
The men’s singles title was won by Manish Sureshkumar from Tamil Nadu.
What was the score of the women’s singles final?
The women’s singles final ended with Vaishnavi Adkar defeating Akanksha Nitture with a score of 6-1, 6-2.
Where was the National Tennis Championship held?
The 30th National Tennis Championship took place at the DLTA Complex in New Delhi.
What is the prize money for the winners?
Winners will receive a total prize pool exceeding Rs 21.55 Lakh along with Kit Allowance for junior categories.
When will the U16 and U14 category matches take place?
The matches for the Boys and Girls Under-16 & Under-14 categories will be held from October 5 to October 11.
