Srinagar: The first player from Jammu and Kashmir to place in the top 10 of the All India Tennis Association (AITA) Girls Under 12 rankings is 11-year-old Erin Mir, who accomplished this incredible feat. Erin is now the seventh-ranked team in the nation and the number one team in Jammu and Kashmir.
With an initial ranking of 467, Erin began competing in the AITA Girls Under 12 category on September 12, 2022, marking the beginning of her remarkable adventure. She has quickly risen the rankings to reach this milestone, demonstrating that her commitment and diligence have paid off.
The young tennis player has also had a big impact in the Girls Under 14 division, where she presently leads Jammu and Kashmir and is rated 52nd nationally. On December 23, 2024, Erin made her debut in the top 100 of the Girls Under 14 rankings.
Her accomplishment demonstrates Erin’s skill, tenacity, and love for the game. She will undoubtedly motivate future tennis players from Jammu & Kashmir and beyond as she makes more waves in the sport.