Bahraini junior tennis player wins Asian Development Grant

TDT | Manama

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Bahraini junior tennis player Ahmed Al Sayed has received the 2025 Development Achievement Grant from the Asian Tennis Federation, recognising his strong performance in the continental rankings and marking a new milestone for the sport in the kingdom.

The award is presented annually to players who finish the season among the top ranks in Asia, and Al Sayed earned the honour after securing third place in the final Asian Under-16 boys’ singles rankings for 2025. Officials said the achievement reflects the player’s dedication and consistent performances throughout the season.

The grant was presented at the Bahrain Tennis Federation headquarters by federation president Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Mubarak Al Khalifa and vice-president Sheikh Khalid bin Rashid Al Khalifa. Sheikh Abdulaziz praised the young player’s discipline and commitment, describing the result as a significant accomplishment for Bahraini tennis and a reflection of the federation’s strategy to develop emerging talent capable of competing at continental and international levels.

Sheikh Khalid also commended Al Sayed’s progress, noting that a Bahraini player reaching third place in the Asian Under-16 rankings highlights the success of national programmes aimed at nurturing promising athletes and strengthening Bahrain’s presence in Asian tennis.

Al Sayed welcomed the recognition, saying the grant would serve as strong motivation to continue improving his performance and striving for further success in regional and international competitions while representing Bahrain.