Chennai, Aug 9 : The Adidas-Triangle Tennis Trust National Under-14 claycourt tennis championships commences here Monday, preceded by the qualifying rounds over the weekend.
The tournament offers a total prize-money of Rs. 5.5 lakh and will be conducted under the aegis of the All India Tennis Association, according to a press release from the organisers. (IANS)

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