Oba Elegushi pledges support for grassroots tennis
By Olanrewaju Akojede
Oba Saheed Elegushi of Ikate Elegushi Kingdom in Lagos State has expressed his support for the growth and development of grassroots tennis in the state.
Elegushi made the remark in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on the sidelines of the closing ceremony of the ninth Oba Elegushi Tennis Championships at the Lagos Lawn Tennis Club, Onikan, on Wednesday.
NAN reports that the annual competition for members of the Lagos Lawn Tennis Club, Onikan, is sponsored by Elegushi.
According to him, the sponsorship is a reflection of his commitment to the sport’s development and the encouragement of participants to maintain their fitness levels.
The tournament, which lasted for a week, featured over 30 male and female players who competed in teams for honours at the tournament.
The grand finale took place at the Lord Rumes Centre Court and was witnessed by Oba Elegushi.
As the tournament reaches a significant milestone in 2024, Elegushi pledged to raise the standards even further in the 10th edition.
This, he said, would be by transforming it into an international affair with the participation of more foreign players.
“I’m a lover of tennis and Lagos Lawn Tennis Club is a pride of Lagos.
“My Love for tennis spurred me to search for good talents who we can sponsor the championship every year and this tournament is one for every member of Lagos Lawn Tennis Club to take part in.
“This is the 9th edition and is better than previous editions. I know by the 10th year, it will be much better. We will keep improving every year,” he said.
The Oba Elegushi Tennis Tournament was concluded with the top teams rewarded with prizes at the 9th edition.
Participating teams were divided into team A to D.
NAN reports that in the finals, Team D defeated Team B in the keenly contested match-up that went to the the wire.
The champions claimed the top prize at the 2023 edition, after winning two singles and one doubles matches.
The well-attended event also had politicians, government functionaries, business moguls, community leaders and executives of the Lagos Lawn Tennis Club as well as members present at the finalsOba Elegushi pledges support for grassroots tennis
The tennis tournament, which is one of the events on the calendar of the premier club, was not only competitive but also promote healthy rivalry among members.
At the closing ceremony, the champions and losing finalists were presented with trophies, while all players received medals for their participation at this year’s competition. (NAN)
Edited by Olawunmi Ashafa.
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