That\u2019s a wrap on the City of Playford Tennis International, with the sun prevailing for an amazing day finals matches!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Rinky Hijikata<\/strong> (NSW) and Emerson Jones <\/strong>(QLD) are the 2025 City of Playford Tennis International champions after taking out the singles titles in Elizabeth East, South Australia today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 17-year-old Emerson Jones<\/strong> started off strong and remained steady under pressure to seal the Women\u2019s Singles Champion title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jones<\/strong> defeated fellow Aussie and defending champion Maddison Inglis 6-4 6-4 in just under 1.5 hours, securing her third ITF singles title.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No.2 seed and defending champion Rinky Hijikata<\/strong> fought for 2.5 hours to secure his 6-0 6-7(8) 6-4 against fellow Aussie Dane Sweeny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hijikata<\/strong> came out firing, dominating the opening set 6\u20130. The momentum shifted as Sweeny lifted his level in a tightly contested second set, however Rinky regained control when it mattered most, securing a decisive late break and closing out with the win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n An incredible week of elite level tennis was on display at the 2025 City of Playford Tennis International.<\/p>\n\n\n\n