Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi has made a significant breakthrough in Indian tennis, winning her maiden professional singles title at the ITF W35 Lagos tournament on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The 17-year-old defeated Spain’s Celia Cervino Ruiz 6-4, 6-2 in the final, becoming the youngest Indian woman to win a singles title at the W35 level. In doing so, she surpassed a record held by former Indian tennis star Sania Mirza for 22 years.
Maaya’s achievement draws a striking comparison with Mirza’s breakthrough in 2004, when she won a title in Lagos, Nigeria, at the age of 17 years and 10 months. At 17 years and three months, Maaya broke that record by winning her title in Portugal. She also enjoyed success in doubles, partnering Ukraine’s Yelyzaveta Kotliar to lift the title, making it a memorable tournament for the young Indian player.
Who Is Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi? A Look at the Young Indian Tennis Star’s Childhood and Early Journey
Born on June 12, 2009, in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi’s journey in tennis began as a simple childhood activity rather than an ambition to become a professional athlete. Her father first introduced her to the sport when she was around eight years old, hoping to help her develop discipline and fitness. However, Maaya soon developed a genuine interest in the game, and by the age of 10, she had decided to pursue tennis seriously. Her family played an important role in supporting that ambition, with her father helping guide her early development and her mother taking care of her dietary needs. As training became more demanding, Maaya also moved to homeschooling, allowing her to balance her education with hours of practice on the court.
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