TDT | Manama The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com Hussain Alshorafa was crowned the eight-andunder category champion of the Bahrain Tennis Academy (BTA) Junior Tennis Tournament, played at the courts of the Bahrain Tennis Federation in Isa Town. Players initially took
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Hussain Alshorafa was crowned the eight-andunder category champion of the Bahrain Tennis Academy (BTA) Junior Tennis Tournament, played at the courts of the Bahrain Tennis Federation in Isa Town.
Players initially took part in a round-robin competition, after which the top scoring contestants in each group progressed to the final rounds.
In the semi-finals, Hussain defeated Abbas Nabeel 10-4 while Dougie Armitage defeated Ahmed Khalfan 10-9. In the play-off for third place, Ahmed edged out Abbas 7-5, 6-7, 7-4.
Then, in the final match, Hussain claimed the title with a 7-2, 7-1 win over Dougie. BTA and tournament director Dan Barrie commented: “We had a great turnout for the eight-and-under event this year.
The kids had fun and despite their young age really impressed us with their skills.”
Players wishing to compete in the next tournament should contact BTA via WhatsApp message on 39697114.
