President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF), Victor Ochei, has congratulated teenage tennis sensation Seun Ogunsakin after he won his second International Tennis Federation (ITF) J200 boys’ singles title of 2026 in Cairo, Egypt.
Key Highlights
- Seun Ogunsakin beats France’s Matisse Martin 7-5, 6-3 to win ITF J200 Cairo title.
- It is his second J200 boys’ singles title of 2026, both won in Cairo.
- NTF President Victor Ochei praises his discipline and determination.
- Nigeria’s men earned Davis Cup World Group II promotion; women rose to Billie Jean King Cup Group II.
- Ochei commends NSC leadership for supporting tennis development.
Ogunsakin defeated France’s Matisse Martin 7-5, 6-3 in straight sets to emerge champion at the ITF J200 Cairo tournament, having previously won another J200 title in the Egyptian capital.
Ochei described the victory as a significant achievement for Nigerian tennis, saying the youngster’s consistent performances on the international stage demonstrate the country’s potential to produce world-class players.
In a statement, the NTF president praised Ogunsakin’s discipline, determination and commitment to excellence.
“Seun has once again demonstrated that Nigerian talents can compete with the best in the world.
“Winning two J200 titles in one year is a remarkable achievement that speaks volumes about his discipline, determination and hunger for excellence. We are immensely proud of him,” Ochei said.
Nigerian Tennis On The Rise
He noted that Ogunsakin’s latest triumph adds to the growing list of achievements recorded by Nigerian tennis in 2026, particularly the promotions of the country’s men’s and women’s national teams in international competitions.
Nigeria’s men’s team secured promotion to the Davis Cup World Group II, while the women’s team earned promotion to Group II of the Billie Jean King Cup Europe/Africa Zone.
According to Ochei, the achievements reflect the gradual resurgence of Nigerian tennis and reinforce the federation’s commitment to grassroots development and the nurturing of young talents.
“From our Davis Cup success to the Billie Jean King Cup promotion and now Seun’s remarkable exploits, Nigerian tennis is steadily reclaiming its pride of place on the international stage.
“These achievements reinforce our commitment to grassroots development and nurturing the next generation of champions,” he added.
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The NTF president also commended the National Sports Commission (NSC), led by Shehu Dikko and Director-General, Bukola Olopade, as well as members of the federation’s board, for their continued support for tennis development.
He reaffirmed the federation’s commitment to providing emerging players with greater international exposure and establishing a sustainable pathway for Nigerian talents to compete at the highest level.
“Our ambition is not merely to celebrate occasional victories but to establish Nigeria as a consistent force in international tennis.
“Seun’s success is another significant step towards realising that vision,” Ochei said.
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