The Netherlands completed a commanding 3–0 victory over India on the final day of the Billie Jean King Cup Play-offs at the SM Krishna Tennis Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday.

In the opening singles match, Anouk Koevermans delivered a composed performance to defeat India’s Shrivalli Bhamidipaty (World No. 381). Koevermans broke early to establish a 2-1 lead in the first set and maintained control throughout, taking it 6-2. Bhamidipaty mounted a brief fightback in the second set, but the higher-ranked Dutch player held firm to close out the match 6-2, 6-4.

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Reflecting on her win, Koevermans said, “I told the captain I wanted to run for every ball because it keeps me focused and forces my opponent to make more mistakes, and she did. It’s very important to run for every ball to

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