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The Dominican Republic's female team won their series 2-1 over Peru in the final this Friday, to be crowned champion of the Copa Cosat U12 2025, which was played from November 17 to 21 of this year, at the facilities of the Jockey Club of Peru, in Lima.
In the final, the Dominican Republic established itself as the surprise of the tournament by defeating Peru 2-1. Vicka Lanatta gave Peru the first point by defeating Kyara Khayyat 4-6, 6-3 and 7-5, but then Ana Paula Vega tied for the Dominican Republic by defeating Ana Camila Mannucci 6-1 and 6-1. In the decisive doubles, Vega and Khayyat won against Mannucci and Lanatta 7-6 (14) and 6-3, to crown the criollas.
The team was composed of the young tennis players Kyara Khayyat, Ana Paula Vega and Elaine Martínez, along with captain Danneury Javier. You can also read: DR analyzes digital maturity to build a more accessible, human, and efficient State Players from the following countries participated in the event: Dominican Republic, Peru, Thailand, Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, and Venezuela. On Monday, the Dominican Republic won its series 2-1 over Argentina. On Tuesday, they defeated Thailand 2-1; the Dominican team beat Ecuador 2-1 to advance to the semifinals on Wednesday; Colombia was defeated 2-1, allowing the home team girls to advance to the final match against the locals, who fell in a dramatic encounter on Friday. "I am very proud of this achievement. The team worked with discipline, commitment, and unity, and that allowed us to achieve the title. I congratulate each coach who has participated in the growth of each of the girls, our families, and all those who trusted us. Representing the Dominican Republic is an honor, and we will continue working to keep that pride high," highlighted the captain of the Dominican team, Danneury Javier. The third place in women's was for Ecuador (2-0 to Colombia). Jhonny Suárez was the referee of the event, with Ivan Machado as the Cosat representative; 24 female athletes participated in the event. This tournament allows participants to gain vital international experience at an age when competition is limited, and projects them for the 14-year-old competition, in which they will participate starting next year.
