Kenyan tennis star Angella Okutoyi has once again captured the hearts of tennis fans with her remarkable performance at the 2025 ITF W35 Nairobi tournament. Playing on her home turf, Okutoyi showcased her incredible talent and determination, making it to the singles final and winning the doubles title.
Doubles Triumph
Teaming up with Burundi’s Sada Nahimana, Okutoyi dominated the doubles competition. The dynamic duo faced off against the Dutch-Vietnamese sisters, Demi Tran and Lian Tran, in the final. The match was intense, but Okutoyi and Nahimana emerged victorious with a score of 6-3, 6-3, securing the doubles title.
Singles Final Run
In the singles category, Okutoyi displayed her resilience and skill. She defeated several strong opponents, including Switzerland’s Katerina Tsygourova and China’s Yufei Ren, to reach the final. In the final, she faced Joanna Garland from Chinese Taipei. Despite a valiant effort and the support of the home crowd, Okutoyi narrowly lost the match with a score of 6-1, 6-4.
The 20 year old’s performance at the W35 Nairobi tournament has been a source of inspiration for many. Her success highlights the potential of Kenyan tennis and serves as motivation for young players in the region. With her continued growth and dedication, Okutoyi is poised to achieve even greater heights in her career.
Angella Okutoyi is gearing up for an exciting spring season with Auburn University’s women’s tennis team. After her impressive performance at the 2025 ITF W35 Nairobi tournament, Okutoyi is now focused on representing her school in a series of dual matches.
As of January 2025, Angella Okutoyi’s current world ranking is 581 in singles and 394 in doubles. Her ranking has been steadily improving.
