Van Kierkek wins junior tennis event

The former Under-13 national team player never looked in danger of losing the match played under sweltering heat. Palang Gogannekgosi won bronze, while Tumi Tumisang got a consolation prize. In the girls Under-13 section, favourite, Itumeleng Legwete was no match for her opponent, Boago Lekone whom she beat 7-5, 6-0 in the final.

Ajoa Aquinno was third and walked away with the bronze medal.  Mpho Mbizo was crowned champion of the Under-11 boys section, overcoming Innocent Tidimane in a pro-set, 8-6 in the final, while Onkabetse Mompati came third. Botho Sanki is the Under-11 girls' champion after defeating Khumo Letswe in straight sets, 6-2, 6-3 in the final. Violent Kegakgametse took home the bronze.