ZAHRA, KUWAIT — Indian tennis prodigy Manas Dhamne continues to prove why he is one of the most exciting young talents on the global circuit. In a clinical performance at the ITF M15 Zahra, the 18-year-old top seed dismantled former World No. 114 Gijs Brouwer with a convincing 6-3, 6-3 victory.
Dhamne, currently ranked World No. 481, showed veteran-like composure against the Dutch southpaw. Brouwer, who held a career-high ranking of 114 in February 2023, struggled to find answers for the Indian’s relentless baseline precision on the Zahra hard courts.
Path to the Quarterfinals
Dhamne’s journey in Kuwait has been a display of both grit and dominance. Before sweeping aside Brouwer, he survived a grueling opening test:
- Round 1: Dhamne overcame a mid-match surge from France’s Maxence Rivet (World No. 1234), eventually securing a 6-4, 4-6, 6-1 victory.
- Round 2: He consolidated that win by neutralizing the experienced Brouwer, who currently sits at World No. 1048, in just straight sets.
Dhamne: A Rising Indian Star
For those following Indian tennis news, Dhamne’s trajectory is historic. As the second-youngest player in the ATP Top 500, his ability to handle former Top 150 talent like Brouwer confirms his readiness for the higher tiers of the professional game. Training under the watchful eye of Riccardo Piatti, Dhamne’s physical and tactical growth is yielding immediate results in 2026.
Tournament Overview: ITF M15 Zahra
| Player | Rank | R1 Result | R2 Result | Status |
| 🇮🇳 Manas Dhamne [1] | 481 | 6-4, 4-6, 6-1 | 6-3, 6-3 | Quarterfinals |
| 🇳🇱 Gijs Brouwer | 1048 | Def. Sarksian | 3-6, 3-6 | Eliminated |
| 🇫🇷 Maxence Rivet | 1234 | 4-6, 6-4, 1-6 | — | Eliminated |
With the top seed firing on all cylinders, Dhamne moves into the final eight as the potential title favorite in Kuwait.