Gonzaga and Naredo Dominate Fortheo Junior Tennis Championships with Multiple Titles
Source: news.source.manilatimes
Ayl Gonzaga and Julio Naredo showcased their prowess at the Fortheo National Junior Tennis Championships, each securing two individual titles across different age groups. Gonzaga clinched the 14-and-under and 16-and-under titles, while Naredo triumphed in the 16-and-under and 18-and-under divisions. The event, held at Jethro Sports Center in Valenzuela City, also saw other notable performances, including Melatiah Pascua's unexpected victory in the girls' 18-and-under category. The championships, part of a broader talent search by Palawan Pawnshop, highlighted the skills of young Filipino tennis players.
Key Points
Ayl Gonzaga won the 14-and-under and 16-and-under titles, losing only three games in total.
Julio Naredo secured victories in the 16-and-under and 18-and-under boys' divisions.
Melatiah Pascua, an unranked player, won the girls' 18-and-under title.
The tournament is part of the Palawan Pawnshop's nationwide talent search program.
Other notable winners included Isabel Calingasan, Tyronne Caro, Gabriel Vitaliano, and Liam Harrow in various age groups.
Gonzaga also won a doubles title with Teresinha Calingasan.
The next junior tennis event, the Fortheo Cup, is scheduled in Biñan City, Laguna.
