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Kyra Raina, 12, becomes first Indian to win Philippines junior title
Twelve-year-old Kyra Raina has become the first Indian to win the Philippines Junior International Series 2026, claiming the Girls' U15 Singles title. The tournament was held at Gameville Central Park in Mandaluyong…
The Story in Brief
Twelve-year-old Kyra Raina has become the first Indian to win the Philippines Junior International Series 2026, claiming the Girls' U15 Singles title. The tournament was held at Gameville Central Park in Mandaluyong City. Raina did not drop a single game in five matches, beating Kathlyn Ocampo, Alexzandria Gail Noceja, Xin Yan Liew, Cynthia Ooi, and En Yu Lim in straight sets. She defeated Lim 21-13, 21-16 in the final. Other Indian results: Naisha Kaur Bhatoye lost in the U19 semi-finals, and Aarush Pawasakar was eliminated in the boys' U15 Round of 32.
The Indian Opinion
The rise of a 12-year-old champion is thrilling, but Indian sports media loves to crown prodigies too early. Kyra Raina dominated the Philippines Junior International Series without dropping a game, that is genuinely impressive. The real test is whether she can sustain this level against tougher competition in the U17 and U19 brackets. A single junior title does not guarantee a senior career. Watch how she performs in the next BWF junior event before calling her the next Saina Nehwal.
Source: timesnownews.com
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