Niki Poonacha looks to step it up on the international circuit
The Hindu
Says winning the nationals has given him confidence and he is now focusing on building fitness
When he plays his best tennis, Niki Poonacha looks top class. He can hit the big serves, and whip the forehand where he likes. At his fluent best, he is a delight to watch.
After being crowned the national tennis champion for the second time on Saturday in Delhi, the 26-year-old resolved to take his form and confidence into the forthcoming international circuit.
“I came for the National championship looking to win it. I am happy that I was able to pull it off. After I won the ITF title, the second COVID wave took away the momentum and confidence. So, this win is important,” said Poonacha, who had won the international title at the same venue in April.