Wilmar Declared as the First Champion of Toro Hills Championships 2011 Singles 3.0-3.5 Category


Wilmar emerged as the new champion for Toro Hills Championships 3.0-3.5 singles category.Touted as the tournament favorite, proved his reputation by downing all his opponents in dominant fashion before experiencing a hiccup in the quarterfinals. In the second round he defeated Arnel Lee 6-1. But the in quarterfinals, he was trailing 0-3, against big serving Kim Molo. As their match went on, he settled down and won six consecutive games to defeat his conqueror 6-3. Then he almost blanked Jacs Sampayan in semis, and finished the match 8-1. Jacs, was simply overpowered as Wilmar dictated most of the points during the rallies. He then faced and defeated Knubs Delfin in the finals with a score of 10-4.



Knubil advanced in the finals by dominating King Paynor 8-3 in semis. Prior to Knubs semi-final match, he turned his quarterfinal match around against compatriot Ron Sequerra. Knubs saved two match points, thanks to his wonderfully crafted backhand that caught Ron off guard. Their match went on to a tie break and Knubs eventually won the match 7-6(7-3) as Ron succumbed to fatigue and Knub’s defensive strategies.

King’s exploits to semis, was also dramatic. In the second round, he was up 5-1, and held few match points but he let his lead slip away, as Bob tied the score at 5-5. He held his serve to go up at 6-5, but Bob refused to be broken and evened the match at 6-6. The match went to a tie break but found himself trailing again at 2-4, before the match was stopped due to rain. After the rain delay, they continued the match and pulled away. He won his match 7-6 (7-5) and advanced to the quarterfinals. He then defeated Rafa Ren 7-5 to advance in the semifinals where he was defeated by Knubil. Later, King admitted that he was too nervous during the match that he almost could not move his legs.

Other participants include, Arnel Lee who blanked Masaki, 6-0 in first round. Adrian Lacson was defeated by Dennis 6-2. Unfortunately, Dennis lost to Kim Molo 6-4. Greg Malapote was defeated by Paul Jael 5-7. And Paul Jael was defeated by Jacs Sampayan 6-3. The match between JC and Almyr was also close, JC defeated him 6-4. JC lost to Carlo Amistoso in the second round with a score of 6-7(2-7) while Carlo was defeated by Jacs in the quarters with 6-4 demolition.

In the other side of the draw, Aldrin Enrile defeated Jeph in the first round 7-5.Unfortunately, Aldrin was defeated by Ron 1-6, in the second round. Meng defeated Vito to advance in the second round with 6-3 score, but eventually lost to Knubil 3-6. Commander Ian was defeated by King Paynor 6-2 in the first round. And lastly, Tony Lacson was defeated by Fredcas 4-6, to advance in the second where he was defeated by Rafa Ren, 6-3.

During the finals, Knubs Delfin gave a gallant fight but the match was all going for Wilmar. Wilmar converted his third match point with a heavy spin serve that Knubil could not put into play and ended the match at 10-4. Wilmar was awarded with the Champion's Trophy and a prize from Global Green Life while Knubs settled for a runner-up trophy.

Toro Hills Championships 2011, "Going Twice" is presented by Prince and Tobys in cooperation with Toro Hills Tennis Club. Other sponsors include Apollo Consulting, Global Green Life, KR Light Photography and Big Barks Productions.

3 comments:

  1. Addendum: "Upset King Makes It to the Semifinals" - a star is born. King, playing in his first Toro Championships blasted his way into the semis by defeating seeded players Bob Gualta in the Round of 16 in a thrilling 8-7(4/7) rain delayed tie-breaker, Rafaren in the Quarterfinal after trailing 0-3 and finishing the match at 7-5. He eventually succumbed to the eventual runner up Knubil Delfin in the Semis 3-8. He earned the admiration of both fans and competitors earning the title "Upset King" of the tournament.

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  2. Sayang naman d ko man lng na defend ang aking Category huhuhu.. But congrats to Wilmar hope we could play a match someday.. =))

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  3. @roni: don't worry, we'll open up the tournament to include 4.0 players next year. :)

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