Malak El Allami, an 18-year-old Moroccan tennis player, has achieved a historic milestone by reaching the finals of the 2024 US Open Juniors doubles tournament. Partnering with Norway's Emilie Sartz Lunde, El Allami secured her place in the final after defeating the Czech duo of Krejcova and Katerina in the semifinals.
The Moroccan-Norwegian pair triumphed over their Czech opponents with a convincing score of 6-3, 6-4. This victory marks the first time a Moroccan tennis player has ever reached the final of this prestigious competition.
El Allami, currently ranked 981st in the WTA individual rankings (Women's Tennis Association), has demonstrated strong performance throughout the tournament. Her achievement is not only a personal success but also a significant moment for Moroccan tennis.