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Teen Sensation Lilli Tagger Stakes Claim As Title Contender At 2026 Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series
Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association: At just 17 years old, Lilli Tagger has proven herself as a top contender at the 2026 Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series, securing a spot in the tournament's quarterfinals at the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA). As the seventh seed and currently ranked a career-high World No. 128 in Women’s Singles, she defeated India’s Vaishnavi Adkar in straight sets in the Round of 32 and is aiming for a deep run in the event.
In 2025, Lilli Tagger rose to prominence by winning the Junior Roland Garros Singles title, marking her shift from a promising junior to a serious professional contender. The Austrian teenager has maintained that momentum on the WTA Tour, demonstrating maturity and consistency beyond her years.
Making her debut in India, the young Austrian said the experience left a deep impression on her. “It’s my first time here in India, and it’s very different from European cities. It’s very special and interesting. There are a lot of things you can learn just by being here, and I would love to explore the city a bit more,” she said.
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