Ahmedabad, India – In a stunning upset, India’s Akanksha Nitture overcame a tough challenge from Spain’s Carlota Martinez Cirez, ranked World No. 228, to secure a 6-4, 3-6, 7-5 victory in the second round of the International Tennis Federation (ITF) W50 event in Ahmedabad.

Nitture’s victory marks a significant milestone in her career, as she expressed in a post-match interview, “I’m still processing. I have had close matches recently against top 300 players. This is, I think, my first top 300 win.”

The match was a hard-fought battle, lasting three sets and showcasing a high level of tennis from both players. “I’m really thrilled for the match today. It was a really high-level match. I think it lasted very long, three sets. But I am really happy with the win,” Nitture stated.

The Indian player displayed remarkable resilience, especially in the decisive third set, where she held her nerve to clinch the victory. Despite the exhilaration of her victory, Nitture remained focused on the task ahead. “But looking forward to the next match as well,” she added.

When asked about her thoughts on her upcoming match, Nitture conveyed a measured approach. “I’m still processing this. But let’s see. I’ll have a talk with my coach and then we’ll figure out,” she said.

Nitture’s impressive performance has generated considerable excitement among local tennis enthusiasts, who are eager to witness her continued progress in the tournament. Her victory serves as a testament to her dedication and hard work, and she will now look to build upon this success in her next match.