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Players battle the heat at NKZN tennis trials

Tennis players from northern KwaZulu-Natal face fierce heat while competing for trial places.

February 10, 2026

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Many young tennis players photographed in front of a tennis court at St Dominics Newcastle for the NKZN tennis trials. — The NKZN Tennis Trials took place at the St Dominics Newcastle courts on Saturday. (Photo: Warren Wade Photography)

Dozens of tennis players endured intense heat during the NKZN tennis trials, which were hosted at the St Dominics Newcastle tennis courts on Saturday (February 7).

Despite the heat, players from Dundee, Lüneburg, Newcastle, Vryheid and Winterton showcased their resilience and commitment to the sport. The standard of play remained high throughout the day, with athletes focused on delivering strong performances.

The trials highlighted both the depth of regional talent and the determination of players to compete under demanding conditions.

A group of young tennis players posing in front of the tennis courts. — Luan Potgieter, CJ Davel, Fritz van Niekerk, Seth Zizhou and JC Marx. (Warren Wade Photography).

Anzelle Scheepers, Nina Böhmer, May ability Vilakazi, Aahana Mungru and Lente Hattingh (reserve). (Warren Wade Photography).

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