Kraut, Licayan swak sa President’s Cup Masters final

MABILIS na pinatalsik ni Gavin Kraut si Shaun Apoll Globasa, 6-0, 2-6, 6-1, Miyerkules para marating ang boys’ 16-under final sa Presidents Cup Masters sa Rizal Memorial Tennis Center.

Makakaharap ni Kraut si Al Tristan Licayan, na nagwagi kontra Julio Yñigo Naredo, 6-3, 6-1, sa ibang semifinal match.

“I started strong in the first set, but in the second, my opponent really stepped up, and I lost some focus. In the third set, I regrouped and played my game, which paid off. It was a tough match, but I’m happy with how I fought back,” Wika ni Kraut pagkatapos ng laban

Kraut, na Grade 10 student sa Colegio San Agustin sa Makati, ay sisikapin na makaganti kay Licayan, na nagwagi 6-1, 6-1, sa kanilang round-robin elimination match Martes.

“The finals will be a challenge as he beat me yesterday, but I’m ready to bring my best. I’ll focus on recovery tonight and stick to my routine. I’m excited to give it my all,” Tugon ni Kraut, anak ni International Tennis Federation (ITF) Level 3 coach Roland.

Ang 15-year-old Licayan, na nakupo ang team gold at mixed doubles bronze medal sa 2024 Batang Pinoy National Championships sa Palawan, ay nasasabik rin na makasama sa final.

“I’m so happy because I finally made it to the Masters final,” Wika ng 15-year-old Licayan, na nabigo kay JB Lim sa semifinals sa 2023 at 2024.

“I learned a lot from my previous matches. I will try to perform well in the final,” dagdag ng Grade 10 student sa Gov. Ferrer Integrated National High School sa General Trias City, Cavite.

Licayan, anak ng University of the East coach Roel, ay kasalukuyang No. 3 kasunod si Kraut sa 16-under Philippine Tennis Association (Philta) rankings.

Ang event ay 2025 season opener ng Palawan Pawnshop National Tennis Championship.