Lucknow — Anuj Kumar emerged victorious in the men’s singles category of the Chandra Prakash Agarwal Memorial UP State Ranking Tennis Tournament, showcasing impeccable service accuracy and a robust all-around game.
The finals, played today at the SDS La Martiniere Tennis Facility, saw Anuj dominate his opponent with a combination of powerful serves and precise groundstrokes, eventually sealing his win in straight sets.
The tournament, organized by SDS Tennis Academy under the aegis of the Uttar Pradesh Tennis Association and sponsored by Gyan Milk, also witnessed stellar performances across various categories. In the Boys Under-12 Singles, Atharva Goyal claimed the title with a spirited display of skill and determination. Meanwhile, in the Girls Under-12 Doubles, the duo of Aditri Singh and Zufisha Khan emerged victorious, demonstrating excellent teamwork and strategy.
The event attracted a strong field of competitors from across the state, highlighting the growing talent in Uttar Pradesh’s tennis circuit. Tournament organizers and sponsors expressed their satisfaction with the high level of competition and sportsmanship displayed throughout the event.
The finals of the Lucknow Tennis Tournament saw remarkable performances across various categories, with young talents showcasing their prowess on the court.
In the Boys U-12 Singles Final, Athrav Goel clinched the title with a commanding victory over Ridit Tandon. Goel displayed consistent form throughout, defeating Tandon in straight sets, 6-2, 6-3. The win underlined Goel’s dominance in the U-12 category, earning him the well-deserved singles crown.
The Boys U-12 Doubles Final featured an exciting contest between Rudransh Pandey and Sarthak Shukla against Athrav Goel and Ridit Tandon. After a competitive first set, Pandey and Shukla emerged victorious with a 7-5, 6-2 scoreline. Despite a strong start by Goel and Tandon, the winning duo proved too much to handle, claiming the doubles trophy in two sets.
The U-16 Girls Doubles Final was a nail-biting affair as Aditri Singh and Zufesha Khan faced Aashi Kiran and Tashi Kiran. The match went the distance, with the first two sets split between the teams. However, Singh and Khan held their nerve in a thrilling super tiebreak to win 6-4, 5-7, 10-8, taking home the doubles title after a hard-fought battle.
In the Men’s Singles Finals, Anuj Kumar triumphed over Shobit Tandon with a dominant 6-2, 6-3 victory. Kumar’s precision and powerful play proved too much for Tandon, securing him the singles crown in the men’s category.
The tournament concluded with an exciting display of emerging talent and intense competition across all age groups, solidifying the event as a key fixture in Lucknow’s sports calendar.
Winners and participants were felicitated in a closing ceremony attended by key officials from the Uttar Pradesh Tennis Association, coaches, and enthusiastic supporters, marking the successful conclusion of the prestigious tournament.
