Mabubat Rasaki Earns Africa Selection for ATF 12&U Intercontinental Tennis Competition
Nigeria’s rising tennis prospect, Mabubat Rasaki, has earned a place in Team Africa for the Asian Tennis Federation (ATF) 12&U Intercontinental Team Competition in Shymkent, Kazakhstan.
Rasaki is among six players selected to represent the continent at the tournament, which commenced on October 12, 2026, bringing together promising young players from Africa and other continents.
The Nigerian youngster will have the opportunity to test his skills against international opposition as he continues his development in junior tennis.
His participation is expected to provide valuable experience and exposure, while offering him a platform to demonstrate his abilities against some of the promising talents in his age category.
Rasaki’s selection also highlights Nigeria’s growing presence in junior tennis and provides another opportunity for the country to showcase its emerging talents on the international stage.
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