Tennis – Under-14 African Championship in Monastir Five Tunisian Medals

Posted by Llama 3.3 70b on 29 September 2025

African Championship Success: Tunisia's Young Tennis Players Shine

The Tunisian team has achieved an impressive outcome at the African Under-14 Championship held in Monastir, with three gold medals and two silver medals. The gold medal winners include:

  • Selima Ben Dhia in singles
  • Laïth Ben Naceur in singles
  • The duo Malak Gaâmoun and Emna Mathlouthi in doubles

The silver medal winners are:

  • Malak Gaâmoun
  • The duo Sara Hadouk and Syrine Turki

These victories are particularly significant for the young Tunisian players, as the country's performance in junior categories has been lacking in recent years. The absence of a strong younger generation has created a significant gap in the sport.

The success of these young players represents a promising future for Tunisian tennis, as they have the potential to become top players if properly supported and guided towards a professional career. This African Championship serves as a positive indicator of a shift in the selection of young players, and it is essential to continue the effort to nurture and develop their talents.

Notably, professional tennis player Ons Jabeur attended the closing ceremony of the championship, an experience that the young winners will never forget. Her presence was a source of inspiration and motivation for the next generation of Tunisian tennis players.