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Turati twins post wins in second round of qualifying at ITF Florence (S.C.) pro event
10.15.2018 | Women's Tennis
Pair of UT juniors register victories in second round of singles qualifying on Monday.
ITF Florence Tournament Central
FLORENCE, S.C. — University of Texas juniors Anna Turati and Bianca Turati each recorded impressive victories on Monday in the second round of singles qualifying at the ITF (International Tennis Federation) pro circuit event at the Dr. Eddie Floyd Florence Tennis Center. Both players advance to the third and final round of qualifying on Tuesday, Oct. 16.
Anna Turati tallied a 6-3, 2-6, 6-0 victory against McCartney Kessler. Kessler, who plays collegiately at the University of Florida, is No. 62 in the preseason Oracle/ITA national singles rankings.
Bianca Turati, the No. 2 seed in the singles qualifying draw, registered a 6-4, 6-2 win against former University of Florida All-American Josie Kuhlman in her second-round match.
Each player must win three qualifying-round matches to advance to the tournament's 32-player main draw. The singles main draw is scheduled for Oct. 16-21.
Bianca Turati entered the Florence event at No. 474 in the latest WTA (Women's Tennis Association) world singles rankings. Anna Turati is No. 751 in the current rankings.
To follow action at the ITF Florence tournament, visit the tourney web site. Fans are also encouraged to follow UT's official Twitter (@TexasWTN) for results and additional information.
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