Peppa Fennis won her second ITF J60 girls’ singles title in a row at the Accra Sports Stadium National Tennis Centre, beating South Korea’s Jiwon Hwang 6-3, 6-1 in the final. The Dutch teenager kept her winning streak going at the tournament after a tough semi-final against Eloise Agnamba, which she won 6-2, 7-6(2).
Fennis’s run in Accra started with the semi-final, where she faced Eloise Agnamba. The first set went to Fennis comfortably, but the second set was tighter, ending in a tiebreak that she won 7-2. Her victory set up a final against Jiwon Hwang, who had beaten Nigeria’s Success Ogunjobi 6-4, 6-4 in her semi-final match.
In the final, Fennis showed more control and dominated the match. She claimed the title in straight sets, 6-3, 6-1, confirming her hold on the event after winning the previous ITF J60 tournament held at the same venue. This back-to-back win extends her unbeaten run in Accra, signaling a strong start to her season.
The tournament was held in collaboration with Tennis Foundation Ghana and the Ghana Tennis Federation, reflecting ongoing efforts to bring international tennis events to Ghana. The ITF J60 level is a step below the main professional circuit but is important for young players like Fennis to gain ranking points and experience.
Fennis’s performance in Accra will raise her profile on the junior tennis circuit, as she continues to collect titles and build momentum. Her victories here underline her potential to rise through the ranks in the coming years. Meanwhile, players like Hwang and Ogunjobi also showed promise, reaching the later stages of the tournament.
The Accra Sports Stadium National Tennis Centre has become a regular stop for junior international tennis events, providing a platform for young talents from different countries to compete. This tournament adds to Ghana’s growing presence in hosting international sporting events, combining local support with global competition.
Fennis’s win in Accra is one of the few consecutive ITF J60 titles won by a player at this venue, making her achievement stand out in the recent history of the tournament. The Dutch teenager will likely use this momentum to push for greater success on the ITF junior circuit in the months ahead.
According to Joy Online.
