India is set to host its first WTA tournament in five years when players fly down to India to play the WTA 125K Series event in Mumbai.
Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) is set to host the event after bagging the rights to host the ATP Event which has shifted from Chennai.
“It’s time that our players such as Ankita Raina, Karman Kaur Thandi, Rutuja Bhosale and others get to play at a better level and try to move up the rankings ladder. For the players’ interest we have brought this event to Mumbai,” MSLTA Secretary General Sunder Iyer said.
India’s top ranked players like Ankita Raina (262) and Karman Kaur Tahndi (349) would need a wildcard to feature in the Main Draw.
“It will be an opportunity for players to get some crucial points ahead of the Australian Open.
Also, players who are to return from injuries and niggles, this event will serve their purpose. Players ranked between 11 and 50 will compete and it’s good for our girls to get that exposure,” Iyer said.
“I am very much looking forward to the WTA event at home.
