Ghanaian Gwendolyn Duvor Klu and Togo’s Winner Gakpo were crowned champions of the Girls’ Doubles at the J30 Accra – Tennis Foundation Ghana Open on Saturday. The pair, seeded first, defeated Nigeria’s Goodnews Eyinjuoluwa Aina and India’s Sharanya Sawant 6‑2, 6‑1 in the final.
From the opening rally, Duvor Klu and Gakpo seized control of the match, combining aggressive baseline play with sharp net approaches. Their early advantage grew into a comfortable lead, and they held their service games throughout, securing the title in straight sets.
For Duvor Klu, the win adds to a stellar campaign at the ITF World Tennis Junior Tour event. She also reached the singles final, where she faced her doubles partner Gakpo. “It means a lot to me (to win the singles and doubles),” she told JoySports after the final. “Last year I came second, so this year I was determined to win.”
The victory underscores the growing partnership between the Ghanaian and Togolese players. Their complementary styles and effective communication allowed them to outmaneuver the fourth‑seeded Nigerian‑Indian pair, who had advanced to the final through a series of hard‑fought matches.
The J30 Accra tournament, part of the ITF World Tennis Junior Tour, offers young players international competition experience and the chance to earn ranking points. With this win, Duvor Klu and Gakpo have positioned themselves as promising talents on the junior circuit.
Looking ahead, the duo is expected to continue their collaboration in upcoming junior tournaments, potentially targeting higher‑tier events and seeking to climb the global rankings.
