India's Ankita Raina Advances in ITF Tennis Tournament in Spain

India, 17 December 2025 — Ankita Raina, India's top-ranked women's tennis player, advanced to the quarterfinals of the ITF W25 tournament in Madrid, Spain, on Thursday. Raina defeated her opponent, Laura Pigossi from Brazil, in straight sets with a score of 6-4, 6-3. This victory marks an important step for Raina as she continues to build her presence on the international circuit. The tournament is part of the ITF Women's World Tennis Tour, which serves as a stepping stone for players seeking to improve their global rankings. Raina's performance in Madrid adds to her momentum, following a successful season where she made notable progress in the WTA rankings. The event continues, with Raina set to face Italy's Lucia Bronzetti in the quarterfinals. Her progress in this tournament is being closely watched by Indian tennis enthusiasts, as she aims to further elevate her position in world tennis.