Francis Casey "Niño" Alcantara continues his climb in the ATP doubles tennis world rankings. From 169th, the Filipino tennis sensation rose to a career-best ranking of 162nd last week. Alcantara's stellar three-week stretch saw him clinch the doubles title at the ITF India tournament, followed by strong showing in the doubles semifinals at the Challenger Event in Bengaluru, India. "Niño's rise in the global rankings just shows how dedicated, devoted, and talented he is. Alcantara, meanwhile, could not believe his rise in the world ranking saying, "I'm just here to play and give my best whether it's locally or in the international scene.

Source: Manila Times February 28, 2024 12:13 UTC