Brian Hirwa Karenzi, 16 years old, was the only Rwandan who won a game in the ongoing ITF Junior World Tennis Tournament at IPRC Kigali Tennis Grounds.
Karenzi emerged victorious after beating Indian tennis player, Harshith Srivatsav Reddy Anugonda in three sets ( 6-2 3-6 [10-5]).
“The win today is all I wanted because I have to make sure I make it to the final draw of this competition. Tomorrow (Sunday) will be much tougher because I will be facing stronger opponents but I promise to give my all” said Karenzi.
Despite the win, the youngster who plays for IPRC-Kigali Tennis Academy has to beat France’s Maxim Gouge on Sunday to qualify for the main draw.
The ITF Junior tournament, which began on Saturday, February 12, 2013, is designed to allow players aged 18 and under the opportunity to travel around the world and improve their tennis skills.
The tournament will be played by 83 players representing 33 countries.
The ITF World Tennis Tour Juniors offers a platform for top players to get on their way to the professional game.
The prestigious ITF World Tennis Tour Junior Finals will see the top eight juniors compete head-to-head.
Source: rnewtimes
