Khushi Kadian Dominates Fenesta Open with Stunning Title Hattrick
Haryana's Khushi Kadian completes a historic hattrick at the 31st Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship, clinching three major titles.
In a breathtaking display of skill and endurance, Haryana’s Khushi Kadian has etched her name into the history of the 31st Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship. After securing the U-16 doubles title on Friday, Kadian completed a magnificent hattrick on Saturday, sweeping both the Girls U-16 and U-14 singles titles to cap off an extraordinary week on the court.
A Grueling Day of Victory
Kadian's Saturday was a test of both mental and physical strength. She began her day in the U-16 singles final, where she engaged in a hard-fought battle against Ranjhana Sangram. Showing immense composure, Kadian emerged victorious with a score of 7-6 (7-3), 7-5.
Not allowing the momentum to fade, she returned to the court later in the afternoon for the U-14 singles final. Facing second seed Siddhi Pandey, Kadian proved too strong, dominating the match 6-3, 6-2 in just one hour and 16 minutes.
"The whole week has been very great for me, playing 15 matches in a row in one week. This was a test for me, and thankfully I have passed through this test quite successfully," Kadian shared after her second win of the day.
Overcoming Past Heartbreak
For Kadian, this victory was more than just adding trophies to her cabinet; it was about redemption. She revealed that years ago, during the Under-12 nationals, a severe injury had robbed her of the chance to win the title. This victory at the country's biggest tournament served as a powerful comeback, proving that her hard work and resilience had finally paid off.
She credited her parents and her coaching team for being her pillars of support, noting that their constant motivation and presence at every point helped her reach this milestone. Her ultimate goal now is to serve as an inspiration for other aspiring athletes.
Ribhav Saroha Secures Memorable Double
While Kadian dominated the girls' category, Chandigarh’s Ribhav Saroha also enjoyed a stellar run. Saroha completed a memorable double by winning the Boys U-16 singles title, adding to the U-18 crown he had secured the previous weekend.
The top seed defeated the unseeded Yashwin Dahiya 6-2, 6-3 in a match that lasted one hour and 32 minutes. Saroha expressed particular pride in his U-18 victory, highlighting the challenge and thrill of competing against and defeating older players.
Investing in the Future of Indian Tennis
The prize distribution ceremony was graced by distinguished guests, including Saket Jain (Executive Director and Business Head of Fenesta Building Systems), Indian hockey star and 2026 Asian Games gold medallist Jyoti Rumavat, and Asian Games shooting silver medallist Niraj Kumar.
During the event, Saket Jain emphasized that reaching the national stage at such a young age requires immense sacrifice and discipline. In a significant move to support emerging talent, Fenesta announced the introduction of an ₹11 lakh Player Development Scholarship. This fund is designed to help winners and runners-up invest in:
- Professional coaching
- Physiotherapy and fitness
- High-quality tennis equipment
Jyoti Rumavat praised the passion and determination of the young athletes, noting that the Fenesta National Tennis Championship provides a critical platform for youngsters to pursue sporting excellence.