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From:TheBahamasWeekly.com Sports
Philip Major who advanced to the Main Drawlast
week in the Turkey F4 Futures but lost to the local favorite is once
again competing in the ITF Pro Circuit in Turkey. Major is now playing
in The Turkey F5 Futures which is being held in Antalya. Major is
playing extremely well and focused and is one step away from the Main
Draw.
Also in this tournament is young Bahamian
Joshua Turnquest
who is also playing extremely well. 17 year old Joshua pulled off an
amazing three set win in the first round against Alperen Sanater of
Turkey 3-6 6-3 6-4. In the second round he lost to Kishi of Japan 6-4
6-2. Joshua is continuing to hone his skills and display his talents.
Tomorrow Philip continues match play against Voljacques for a ticket into the main draw. For further information see the attached link for draws, order of play and results.
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In
the first round Major faced some stiff competition but rose to the
challenge beating Loic Juszczak of Belgium 7-5 6-4. In the second
round of the Qualifying Major won convincingly over Colorado from the
United States 7-5, 6-1. Major now faces Voljacques from France and the
winner will go on to the main draw. If Major wins this will be his
second appearance into an ITF Pro Circuit Main Draw in a two week span a
major accomplishment and feat in the Bahamian Tennis Arena!