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Teen Prodigy's Dream Debut: Srishti Kiran Clinches Maiden International Title

Karnataka's 13-year-old tennis sensation Srishti Kiran has made history by winning her first international junior title. She dominated the ITF J30 tournament in Cabarete without losing a single set throughout the competition. The young prodigy defeated top seed Stephanie Pumar in a commanding straight-sets victory in the final. This triumph marks a significant milestone as she continues her journey toward competing in junior Grand Slams.

Key Points: Srishti Kiran Wins First ITF J30 Title in Dominican Republic

  • Defeated top seed Stephanie Pumar in straight sets 6-2, 6-2
  • Stunned second seed Arina Vansovich in pre-quarterfinals
  • Did not drop a single set throughout the entire tournament
  • Credits RPS Academy Florida and KSLTA for constant support
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Srishti Kiran clinches maiden international title at ITF J30 in Cabarete

13-year-old Indian tennis prodigy Srishti Kiran wins her first international junior title at ITF J30 Cabarete, defeating top seed in straight sets without dropping a set.

"Winning my first international title in Cabarete feels truly special. - Srishti Kiran"

Bengaluru, October 26

Karnataka's 13-year-old prodigy Srishti Kiran secured her first international junior title, winning the ITF J30 at Cabarete in the Dominican Republic on Saturday.

Srishti delivered a commanding performance to defeat the top seed, Stephanie Pumar of Venezuela, 6-2, 6-2, securing the championship in straight sets, according to a KSLTA release.

The victory capped an impressive campaign where she had earlier stunned second seed Arina Vansovich of Russia 6-2, 6-3 in the pre-quarterfinals and advanced through the next two rounds in a similar fashion.

Reflecting on the tournament where she did not concede a single set, Srishti said, "Winning my first international title in Cabarete feels truly special. The decision to play was taken by my academy, RPS Academy, in Florida. The field was strong, with high-ranked others who had competed in major junior events, so every match was a challenge."

She further added, "I'm proud that I stayed composed and enjoyed my tennis, which made the difference in the crucial moments, especially the upset against the second seed and obviously the final. Adapting to clay wasn't easy, but I settled in quickly and gained a lot of confidence throughout the week. I am grateful to RPS Academy, Florida and KSLTA for their constant support. This win is an important step, and I'm motivated to keep improving, climbing the rankings and working towards my dream of competing in junior Grand Slams."

Srishti's triumph at Cabarete, Dominican Republic, is a significant milestone for Indian junior tennis. She will now continue her campaign in the Dominican Republic, competing in another ITF J30 event next week, as she looks to build on this momentum.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Beating the top seed 6-2, 6-2 is absolutely clinical! At just 13, Srishti shows maturity beyond her years. Her composure in crucial moments and ability to adapt to clay courts is impressive. Hope KSLTA continues supporting such talents.
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David E
As someone who follows junior tennis, this is a remarkable achievement. The ITF circuit is highly competitive, and winning without dropping a set against seeded players shows exceptional talent. Hope she gets the right guidance to progress to Grand Slams.
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Arjun K
Another Bengaluru talent making India proud! 🏆 The city is becoming a real tennis hub. Her gratitude towards KSLTA and RPS Academy shows she has the right attitude along with skill. Wishing her all the best for the next tournament!
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Sarah B
While this is fantastic news, I hope we're not putting too much pressure on such young athletes. At 13, she should be allowed to enjoy her childhood along with tennis. The media and federation need to ensure balanced development.
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Vikram M
Beating Russian and Venezuelan players shows our youngsters can compete globally! The strategic decision to train at RPS Academy in Florida seems to be paying off. More Indian players should get such international exposure early in their careers.
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Kavya N

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