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ITF Juniors tour in Algeria

Resounding success for Jalane Salaun Ouillemon and Mathis Bartolomeo!

The ITF Juniors tour in Algeria proved to be a real success for Jalane Salaun Oillemon and Mathis Bartolomeo! These young talents shone on the courts, achieving remarkable performances that will mark a turning point in their careers.

Jalane Salaun Ouillemon: A meteoric rise

Jalane caused a sensation by reaching the semi-finals of both tournaments, a feat that speaks to her consistency and determination. Thanks to his impressive performances, Jalane has moved up around 1200 places in the ITF Junior rankings! 📈 This spectacular rise in the rankings is the result of his hard work and total commitment on the field. It also demonstrates that Jalane is ready to compete with the best players in her category.

Mathis Bartolomeo: An Inspiring Journey

For his part, Mathis Bartolomeo also showed great combativeness by managing to get out of qualifying in both tournaments. His performance was particularly impressive during the second tournament in Boufarik, where he reached the quarter-finals. This performance includes a resounding victory against the number 5 seed, ranked 1/6, a real feat for Mathis! This result shows not only his talent, but also his ability to surpass himself and perform under pressure.

Beyond Sport: An Enriching Cultural Discovery

Beyond the sporting results, this tour was also an enriching human experience for Jalane and Mathis. The discovery of Algeria, its culture, and its people added a unique dimension to their adventure. They had the opportunity to explore a new country, meet different people, and broaden their personal horizons. These cultural experiences are as valuable as their victories on the court, contributing to their development as young adults and athletes.

Congratulations to Jalane and Mathis! 👏

Congratulations to Jalane and Mathis for these magnificent results and for the exemplary attitude they showed throughout this tour. Their success in Algeria is a source of pride for all those who support them, and there is no doubt that this is just the start of many more successes to come. We look forward to following their progress in upcoming tournaments and seeing them continue to flourish both athletically and personally.

Keep it up, guys! The best is yet to come!

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