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Montiel and Boussafir triumph at the ITF J30 tournament in Le Pontet
The second edition of the ITF J30 tournament in Le Pontet concluded in style this Sunday, offering tennis fans high-level finals. This international junior tournament, which attracts promising young talents each year, saw resounding victories for Pol Puig Montiel in the boys' event and Sarah Boussafir in the girls' event.
Montiel, a champion on the rise
In the boys' event, Spaniard Pol Puig Montiel, seeded No. 5, decisively defeated Italian Paolo Vito Domenico Laviola. In a hard-fought final, Montiel took advantage of his opponent's physical weaknesses to win in straight sets 6/2 6/3. Throughout the tournament, Montiel demonstrated great resilience. A semifinalist at the Pont des Générations, he confirmed his status by dropping only one set during the entire competition. His victory at Pontet marks an important step in his progression and allows him to add another title to his list of achievements, after an impressive run in which he confidently dominated his opponents.
Boussafir, a Victory Full of Character
On the women's side, it was Frenchwoman Sarah Boussafir who shone. Facing Italian Viola Cossari in the final, she delivered an intense match full of twists and turns. After a close first set won 7/5, the player from Rhône-Alpes managed the pressure to conclude by winning the second set 6/3. Boussafir showed remarkable resilience by coming back from a difficult start. Her steely mentality allowed her to prevail against a formidable opponent. This victory is a true achievement for the 15-year-old Frenchwoman, who is increasingly making her mark on the international junior circuit.
A quality tournament and promise for the future
The ITF J30 tournament in Le Pontet has established itself as a must-see event on the junior circuit. With undeniably talented young players, this 2024 edition confirmed the quality of the competition and the potential of future greats in world tennis. The performances of Pol Puig Montiel and Sarah Boussafir perfectly illustrate the dynamism of the next generation of European tennis players. While Montiel confirms her rise in the junior rankings, Boussafir is establishing herself as a rising star in French women's tennis. Their success in Le Pontet earns them valuable ITF ranking points and could open the doors to other prestigious tournaments. While awaiting the next edition, tennis fans can already look forward to the great promise this competition offers. The ITF J30 tournament in Le Pontet continues to reveal young talent and create remarkable sporting stories, confirming its importance on the international junior tennis scene.
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