Ankita, who is ranked 300 in the world in singles as of the end of March, spoke about playing the Billie Jean King Cup 2025 Asia-Oceania Group 1 games at home. She said, \u201cI\u2019m really excited that the Billie Jean King Cup 2025 Asia-Oceania Group 1 games are happening in Pune and it\u2019s an honour to be leading the Indian team. I\u2019ve been a part of the Indian for more than 10 years. It was always a dream to represent my country and I feel blessed to have achieved that.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThis event is conducted at highest level and having it in India is a huge benefit as young players can come in to watch the top 300 ranked players in action. From the Indian team, we would like to congratulate the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association for bringing this prestigious event to India. The more high-quality international tennis that comes here, it is better for the sport,\u201d she added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Ankita is part of a five-member team including Sahaja Yamalapalli, Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, Vaidehi Chaudhari and Prarthana Thombare, with the teenage sensation Maaya Rajeshwaran named as a reserve player.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWhen representing their country, everyone always gives it their best on the field of play. And we will all try to do that for sure. When you travel with the Indian team for tournaments, it\u2019s a completely different experience, and I am confident that it will help us work better as a team,\u201d Ankita said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
When asked about what she does to keep her calm in high-pressure games, Ankita spoke about the importance of meditation in her life. She said, \u201cI got introduced to meditation when I was 18 or 20, and it definitely helped in the transition from the junior level to the senior level because that\u2019s when you face tougher challenges. You\u2019re playing against more experienced players and facing tougher situations and also learning what can be done in the crucial moments of a match. So, I think that\u2019s where meditation has helped me stay calm.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWhen representing their country, everyone always gives it their best on the field of play. And we will all try to do that for sure. When you travel with the Indian team for tournaments, it\u2019s a completely different experience, and I am confident that it will help us work better as a team,\u201d Ankita said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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