Camiguin netter shines in Naga

MANILA, Philippines —  Camiguin’s Zita Zeena Clarke achieved a rare feat at the Dagitab Festival National Junior Championships in Cebu, clinching three titles in the girls’ singles categories at the City of Naga courts over the weekend.

The 14-year-old rising star, ranked No. 3 in her age division, displayed remarkable skill and resilience to solidify her status as one of the Philippines’ top tennis prospects.

She overcame top-seed Etha Seno with a hard-fought 3-6, 6-1, 6-3 victory in the semifinals before defeating her sister, Seanna Clarke, 6-0, 6-2, in the finals of the weeklong tournament presented by Dunlop.

She went on to dominate in the higher age groups, overpowering Francine Wong, 6-0, 6-1, for the 16-and-under crown.