Guwahati witnessed strong home performances on Tuesday as Assam’s young players impressed at the AITA National Series Tennis Tournament (Under-12) being held at the All Assam Tennis Association (AATA) complex in Chachal.
While all second-round matches in the boys’ singles category were completed, Assam girls stole the spotlight with dominant wins, setting the stage for the quarter-finals scheduled for Wednesday morning.
The AITA National Series U-12 Tennis Tournament in Guwahati saw Assam girls deliver commanding performances in the pre-quarterfinals, with multiple home players reaching the quarter-finals. All girls’ quarter-final matches will be played on February 4 at the AATA complex in Chachal.
Girls’ Quarter-Finals Confirmed at Chachal
Tournament officials confirmed that all girls’ under-12 singles quarter-final matches will begin at 8:30 am on Wednesday, February 4, at the Chachal courts. With several Assam players still in contention, the local turnout is expected to increase as the competition enters a crucial phase.
Assam Girls Dominate Pre-Quarterfinals
Playing on familiar courts in Guwahati, Assam players delivered a series of convincing victories in the girls’ pre-quarterfinals:
- Dhaniska Mahanta (Assam) defeated Anaira Agarwala (Bihar) 6-0, 6-2
- Phaagun Jyoti (Assam) beat Arshi Majumdar (West Bengal) 6-3, 6-1
- Kristi Haloi (Assam) registered a dominant 6-0, 6-0 win over Bhargabi Singha (Assam)
Other quarter-finalists include Asees Brar (Punjab), Meera Chaudhary Singh (Uttarakhand), Vaishnabi Balajee (Tamil Nadu), Evana Arora (West Bengal), and Aneeksha Gavinolla (Telangana), all progressing in straight sets.
Boys’ Singles: Mixed Fortunes for Assam
In the boys’ under-12 singles second round, Assam players recorded both wins and exits amid strong national competition:
- Aaryan Bharali defeated Chinmoy Boro 6-0, 6-1
- Tanish Debnath beat Ayananta Ray 6-2, 6-0
- Ashraful M Khadim defeated Pratham Sangwan (Chandigarh) 6-1, 6-2
- Dhanush Mahanta overcame Neerajnil Deka 6-1, 6-2
Tournament officials noted that all seeded players advanced without any major upsets.
Guwahati’s Growing Role in Junior Tennis
With consistent participation and competitive performances, the Chachal venue continues to establish Guwahati as a key hub for junior tennis in the Northeast, offering young players exposure to national-level competition.
What Happens Next
The girls’ quarter-finals on February 4 will determine Assam’s chances of a deeper run in the tournament. Matches will continue at the AATA complex, with semi-final line-ups expected to be confirmed by mid-week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Where is the AITA National U-12 Tennis Tournament being held in Guwahati?
The tournament is being held at the All Assam Tennis Association (AATA) complex in Chachal, Guwahati.
Q2. When will the girls’ quarter-final matches be played?
All girls’ under-12 singles quarter-final matches will be played on Wednesday, February 4, starting at 8:30 am.
