Will Lilli Tagger or Mananchaya Sawangkaew Claim the Mumbai Open 125K Singles Title?
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Mumbai, Feb 8 (NationPress) After a week filled with exhilarating tennis matches, the finale of the Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series is poised to be a captivating showdown as Thailand’s Mananchaya Sawangkaew faces off against Austrian sensation Lilli Tagger for the coveted women's singles title at the Centre Court of Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) this Sunday.
The eventful day will also feature Elena Pridankina and Polina Iatcenko competing against the formidable team of Mananchaya Sawangkaew and Spain’s Nicole Fossa Huergo in the women's doubles final.
After finishing as the runner-up last year, Mananchaya is determined to secure victory this time around in Mumbai.
The Thai athlete has displayed remarkable resilience throughout the tournament, entering the final after dropping only a single set during a challenging semi-final against her fellow countrywoman Lanlana Tararudee.
Before the final, Mananchaya expressed her excitement, stating, “Reaching the final again in Mumbai feels incredibly special for me. I’ve faced some tough matches this week, but my goal was to remain composed and enjoy my tennis. Lilli is a remarkable talent, and I’m eager to compete against her in the final.”
Meanwhile, standing opposite her is the 17-year-old Lilli Tagger, who has emerged as one of the standout players of the tournament. The Austrian teenager captured attention by defeating the 2024 champion Darja Semenistaja on her way to the final, having also dropped just one set throughout her campaign. Her commanding presence on the court and powerful cross-court shots have endeared her to the fans.
Before the big match, Lilli Tagger said, “I am truly excited to play in the final. Mananchaya is an exceptional player and certainly not an easy opponent, making it a challenging and thrilling match. I love playing in front of the Indian crowd; the atmosphere here is incredible, and I'm ready to give my all to fight for the title.”
Later in the day, spectators will also witness the women’s doubles final, where last season’s doubles champion Elena Pridankina, along with her partner Polina Iatcenko, will aim to defend their title.
The duo will face Mananchaya Sawangkaew and Argentina's Nicole Fossa Huergo, creating a demanding double-header for the Thai star, who will compete for both the singles and doubles titles.