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24 October 2025 | Tennis West

The fourth edition of the WA Blind and Low Vision Open was held at Kingsway Sports Complex in Madeley last weekend of the 18th and 19th October. 

The WA Blind and Low Vision Open comprises of various categories of competition, with play that is modified with an audible yellow or black ball. Depending on the classification (see below), play is either with one, two or three bounces of the ball. 

A total of 10 entrants from WA and interstate competed in the six events. 

There are four classification/categories of Blind and Low Vision Tennis:

Classification Eligibility Criteria Tennis Australia Events
B1 Visual acuity poorer than LogMAR 2.60
  • State Blind & Low Vision Tennis Tournaments
  • Australian Blind & Low Vision National Tennis Championships
B2 Visual acuity ranging from LogMAR 1.50 to 2.60 (inclusive)
B3 Visual acuity ranging from LogMAR 1.0 to 1.40 (inclusive OR visual fields less than 10 degrees diameter and visual acuity better than 0.5 (B4)
B4 Visual acuity ranging from LogMAR 0.5 to 0.9 (inclusive) OR visual fields less than 40 degrees diameter and visual acuity better than 0.5

There was also “B2-4” event played, which allowed players from different categories to compete against each other. 

Tennis West Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lead Sara Mohamed was impressed with the incredible level of tennis throughout the event.  

“The tournament had a warm, welcoming atmosphere that made it truly special. A heartfelt thank you to all the players, supporters, volunteers, and staff who made this event unforgettable,” said Sara. 

See all the winners and finalists: 

B2 – B4 Men’s Singles 

1, Sean Russo 

2, David Gordon 

3, Chuan-Lim Teh 

 

B2 – B4 Women’s Singles 

1, Patricia Songoro 

2, Kayden Larney 

3, Isabella Allen 

 

B1 Open Singles 

1, Tess Whelan 

2, Isabella Allen 

3, Arthur Pirika 

4, Julyanne Campbell 

 

Premier Open Singles 

1, Sean Russo [1] 

2, David Gordon [2] 

3/4, Chuan-Lim Teh 

3/4, Kayden Larney 

 

B1 Open Doubles 

1, Tess Whelan 
Isabella Allen 

2, Kayden Larney 
Julyanne Campbell 

3, Arthur Pirika 
Michelle Hulin 

 

B2 – B4 Open Doubles 

1, Sean Russo 
Kayden Larney 

2, Chuan-Lim Teh 
Patricia Songoro 

3, David Gordon 
Isabella Allen 

 

Sportsmanship Award 

Michelle Hulin