India, 31 December 2025 — Ankita Raina, one of India's leading tennis players, advanced to the quarterfinals of the ITF Thailand Women's Open by defeating Japan's Nao Hibino in a thrilling match on Wednesday. The tournament, part of the ITF Women's Circuit, is being held in Nonthaburi, Thailand.
Raina, ranked 180th in the world, showcased her skill and determination to overcome Hibino with a 6-3, 4-6, 7-5 victory. The match, which lasted nearly three hours, highlighted Raina's resilience and strategic gameplay against the higher-ranked opponent.
This victory marks an important milestone for Raina as she continues to improve her ranking and gain confidence on the international stage. The ITF Thailand Women's Open is a crucial event for players like Raina to earn points and experience in the competitive circuit.
Raina will face Russia's Valeria Savinykh in the quarterfinals. As the tournament progresses, Raina's performance will be closely watched, as it could significantly impact her year-end ranking and future tournament entries.
The ongoing tournament underscores the growing presence of Indian athletes in international tennis, setting a precedent for upcoming players in the nation.
- by InstaSport Reporter
Indian Tennis Prodigy Ankita Raina Advances to Quarterfinals in Thailand
- by InstaSport Reporter
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