The Kenyan tennis doubles squad, set to compete in the Second Africa Beach Games in Hammamet, Tunisia, is gearing up for a stellar performance and aiming to secure a rare medal for the country.
Training diligently at the Buntwaani Waterfront Park in Malindi, the team is honing their skills and preparing to showcase their talent on the international stage.
Leading the Women’s Doubles category is the dynamic pairing of Faith Urasa and Shufaa Ruwa Changawa. With their exceptional tennis abilities seamlessly transitioning to the sandy courts of Beach Tennis, Urasa and Shufaa have earned a reputation as a formidable force.
Their agility, precise ball control, and strategic finesse make them a team to watch out for, as they set their sights on victory and making Kenya proud.
Reflecting on their journey, Shufaa expressed her excitement to make a comeback after overcoming unexpected challenges, including the impact of COVID-19, becoming a mother, and relocating. Partnering with Faith, she is eager to give their best performance and leave a lasting impression.
In the Men’s Doubles category, Fazal Mohammed and Kazungu Kesi form a powerful partnership brimming with strength and agility. Building on their previous success at the Cape Verde edition in 2019, where Fazal Khan and Ibrahim Yego secured a bronze medal, they enter the competition with a hunger for more accolades.
Fazal, a seasoned veteran, brings extensive experience and a strategic mindset to the court. Complementing his skills, Kesi, a rising talent, adds raw power and tenacity to the partnership.
Fazal, reflecting on his achievements, highlighted his remarkable third-place finish in Africa five years ago and recent victory at the Kenya Beach Games just three months ago. Now fully prepared and motivated, they are setting their sights on the gold medal.
With a deep connection to the sandy shores of Malindi, Fazal has cultivated a resilience that will serve him well on the challenging sand courts of Tunisia. He emphasizes the unique demands of Beach Tennis, where players must adapt their techniques to conquer the shifting terrain with unforgiving precision.
Team Kenya’s Beach Tennis doubles team will participate in multiple categories, showcasing their versatility and adaptability in men’s doubles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles. Their aim is to make waves, demonstrate their skills, and bring home well-deserved recognition for Kenya.
