Guwahati has a new sporting star to celebrate as rising tennis talent Phaagun Jyoti delivered a standout performance at the AITA Championship Series Tennis Tournament in Gurgaon, securing an impressive triple crown.
A trainee of the All Assam Tennis Association, Phaagun dominated across categories, highlighting the growing strength of Guwahati’s tennis ecosystem.
Guwahati’s Phaagun Jyoti won three titles at the AITA Championship Series Tennis Tournament, emerging champion in under-12 singles, under-14 singles, and under-14 doubles.
Triple Title Triumph
Phaagun Jyoti secured victories in:
- Girls’ Under-12 Singles
- Girls’ Under-14 Singles
- Girls’ Under-14 Doubles
Her performance across multiple categories showcased both skill and consistency.
Comeback and Dominance
- In the U-12 singles final, she staged a remarkable comeback after losing the first set 1–6, defeating Aaraina Vishal 7–5, 6–2
- In the U-14 singles final, she delivered a commanding straight-set win of 6–4, 6–1
- In the U-14 doubles, she partnered with Meera Kothari to win convincingly 6–2, 6–1
A Proud Moment for Guwahati
Phaagun’s success is a major boost for Guwahati’s sports landscape:
- Reflects the rising standard of tennis training in the city
- Inspires young athletes from Guwahati and across Assam
- Highlights the importance of grassroots sports development
Recognition from Assam Tennis
The All Assam Tennis Association congratulated her achievement, noting that such performances:
- Strengthen Assam’s presence in national tennis
- Encourage more young players to take up the sport
What This Means Going Forward
With this triple title win, Phaagun Jyoti is expected to:
- Rise further in national rankings
- Gain more exposure in competitive tournaments
- Become a key name to watch from Guwahati in Indian tennis
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Who is Phaagun Jyoti?
A young tennis player from Guwahati representing Assam.
Q2. What titles did she win?
Under-12 singles, under-14 singles, and under-14 doubles.
Q3. Why is this important for Guwahati?
It highlights the city’s growing presence in national-level sports.