Maaya Rajeshwaran’s remarkable journey at the WTA 125 Mumbai Open reached new heights as the 15-year-old registered her first main draw victory, defeating World No. 225 Iryna Shymanovich in straight sets, 6-4, 6-1. This win further solidifies Maaya’s position as a rising star in Indian tennis.

The match began with Maaya taking an early 2-0 lead, showcasing her confidence and aggressive play. Although Shymanovich leveled the score at 2-2, Maaya maintained her composure and clinched the first set 6-4 with her precise shot placement and a mix of powerful backhands and winners.

In the second set, it was a dominant display by Maaya, who took complete control of the match. Her accuracy and strong baseline game left little room for her opponent to recover, allowing her to seal the set 6-1 and secure a memorable victory.

This win marks yet another milestone in Maaya’s impressive campaign at the tournament. Having already won two successive matches in the qualifiers—against World No. 264 and World No. 434—she advanced to the main draw and delivered this stunning upset against the higher-ranked Shymanovich.

Maaya now prepares for her second-round match against World No. 353 and former World No. 31 Zarina Diyas on Thursday. Interestingly, the two faced off just a week ago, with Diyas prevailing 6-1, 7-5 in a closely contested match. This rematch presents Maaya with an opportunity to showcase her growth and potentially turn the tables.

The Indian tennis community is thrilled by Maaya’s performances and continues to rally behind her as she takes on new challenges. With her determination and skill, Maaya Rajeshwaran is undoubtedly a player to watch in Indian tennis.