15-Year-Old Maaya Rajeshwaran Shines at Mumbai Open, Reaches Semifinals
Indian tennis prodigy Maaya Rajeshwaran, 15, continued her stellar run at the Mumbai Open WTA 125 Series, securing a semifinal spot with a thrilling 6-4, 3-6, 6-2 win over Japan’s Mei Yamaguchi. The Coimbatore-born player, trained by R Manoj Kumar, is now the only Indian remaining in the singles draw and will face Jil Teichmann next.
After a slow start, Maaya staged a remarkable comeback, dominating the final set with her powerful cross-court shots and baseline agility. She recorded five aces and saved seven break points. A former trainee at the Rafa Nadal Academy, Maaya’s rapid rise marks her as one of India’s most promising tennis stars.
India’s rising tennis star, Maaya Rajeshwaran, has taken the Mumbai Open WTA 125 Series by storm, advancing to the semifinals after a thrilling three-set victory against Japan’s Mei Yamaguchi. The 15-year-old, who hails from Coimbatore, displayed remarkable composure and skill to clinch a 6-4, 3-6, 6-2 win in front of an enthusiastic crowd at the Cricket Club of India.
Maaya, trained by R Manoj Kumar, is now the only Indian player remaining in the singles draw of the tournament. She will face Jil Teichmann in the semifinals, eyeing a spot in the final and a chance to claim her biggest career title yet.
A Hard-Fought Victory
Maaya had a shaky start, trailing 1-3 early in the first set, but bounced back impressively, winning the last three games to take the set 6-4. The second set saw Yamaguchi put up a strong fight, leveling the match at one set apiece with a commanding finish.
The final set, however, belonged to Maaya. After dropping the opening game, she won five consecutive games to take control of the match, showcasing her aggressive baseline play and precise cross-court shots. She wrapped up the decider 6-2, securing her place in the semifinals.
A Star in the Making
Maaya’s performance has impressed tennis fans and experts alike. Throughout the match, she fired five aces and saved seven out of 12 break points, proving her resilience under pressure.
Her journey in tennis began almost by accident when she picked up the sport during a school activity at the age of eight. She later trained under former India No. 1 K.G. Ramesh before joining the Pro Serve Tennis Academy. A crucial training stint at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Mallorca helped refine her skills, leading to a year-long contract at the prestigious facility.
What’s Next?
With her semifinal clash against Jil Teichmann set for Saturday, Maaya has a chance to further etch her name into India’s tennis history. A victory would see her become the youngest Indian finalist at a WTA 125 event.
As Indian tennis looks for its next big star, Maaya Rajeshwaran’s meteoric rise is a promising sign for the future of the sport. Fans will be eagerly watching as she continues her dream run in Mumbai.
Disclaimer
This report is based on available match details and player history. Performance analysis and future predictions are subject to change based on actual tournament progress.
source ; Jagran English