The 2025 Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN ) National Tennis Championship men’s singles defending Champion, Daniel Adeleye on Tuesday, July 22 handed a 2-1 defeat to Ajang Sylvanus after beating him 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 to book his second round ticket while Kwanje Elisha lost 1-6, 3-6 to upcoming player, Seun Ogunsakin.
Also victorious was Endurance Ehigiemusoe who triumphed 2-1 over Morakinyo Akinwale, at 7-6, 6-1 to advance into the 3rd round.
Joining the 3rd round train is Ibrahim Suleiman that defeated Ezekiel Azi, 6-2, 7-5 and Emmanuel Michael that beat Akeem Azeez 6-2, 6-0 .
Former champion, Thomas continued his impressive runs this year with a 2-1 victory over Akagha Paul whom he defeated 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 in their second round game.
The remaining second round matches are still ongoing as at the time of this report as rain disrupted proceedings in the early hours of the day.
Meanwhile, the man’s and women’s doubles event started yesterday and will continue today.
