The event featured participation from 14 nations competing across two weeks, with India finishing second behind Chinese Taipei after leading the standings in Week 1.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India\u2019s campaign was led by a strong Karnataka contingent comprising Srishti Kiran, Padmapriya Ramesh Kumar and Puneeth Manohar, alongside Punjab\u2019s Taanish Nanda. The squad delivered consistent performances across singles and doubles to ensure a strong overall points tally.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Puneeth Manohar was among the standout performers, winning the boys\u2019 singles title in Week 1. He came back from a set down to beat Hong Kong\u2019s Him Wong 2-6, 7-5, 6-2 in the final, saving a match point, and later finished runner-up in boys\u2019 doubles in Week 2.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In the girls\u2019 category, Srishti Kiran showed consistency by reaching the singles finals in both weeks to finish runner-up twice. She lost the Week 1 final to Chinese Taipei\u2019s Ke-Chieh Hsu and also finished runner-up in girls\u2019 doubles in Week 1.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Meanwhile, Padmapriya Ramesh Kumar and Taanish Nanda also made significant contributions. Padmapriya partnered Srishti to finish runner-up in girls\u2019 doubles in Week 1, while Taanish finished runner-up in boys\u2019 doubles in Week 2, where he recorded a notable win over top seed Frans Ethan of Indonesia en route to the singles semi-finals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Based on their performances, the Karnataka trio was also selected for the Grand Slam Player Development Programme (GSPDP)\/ ITF\/ ATF Europe U-14 development team.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking on her achievement, Srishti said, \u201cIt is always a privilege to play for India. Qualifying for Wimbledon is a dream come true and I am looking forward to competing on grass at such a prestigious venue. It was also a special moment to receive my medals and qualification in the presence of Sunil sir, who made time to be there.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Puneeth added, \u201cI feel incredibly happy and proud to have qualified for the U14 Wimbledon event. It has always been a dream to play on such a prestigious stage and this opportunity means a lot to me. All the hard work, training and support from my coaches and family have made this moment very special.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking on her achievement, Srishti said, \u201cIt is always a privilege to play for India. Qualifying for Wimbledon is a dream come true and I am looking forward to competing on grass at such a prestigious venue. It was also a special moment to receive my medals and qualification in the presence of Sunil sir, who made time to be there.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Speaking on the achievement, Sunil Yajaman, Hon. Joint Secretary of the Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association said, \u201cIt is a proud moment to witness our players deliver such strong performances at top-tier regional events. I extend my congratulations on their outstanding achievements. Securing multiple podium finishes and qualification for Wimbledon reflects their immense potential and the growing stature in Indian tennis on the international circuit.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n