Third seed Leolia Jeanjean, currently ranked world No. 115, commended the quality and potential of Indian women players as she advanced to the quarterfinals of the Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series. She highlighted the depth in Indian women’s tennis after her match against India’s Vaishnavi Adkar, expressing confidence in their ability to compete with top players.
Jeanjean acknowledged the talent of Indian players like Sahaja Yamalapalli and Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi, emphasizing the high level of tennis in India. She suggested that increased international exposure could enhance the consistency of Indian players at this level. The 30-year-old player, who is also participating in the doubles draw, expressed satisfaction with her performance in Mumbai and praised the tournament’s organization.
Having made significant progress in her career, Jeanjean reflected on her journey, including overcoming a serious knee injury at a young age. She outlined her goals of achieving consistency and improving her mindset to break into the top 70 rankings. Despite facing challenges, she remains focused on maintaining a positive attitude and enjoying the competitive process.
