11-04-2025
Canada tops Romania 3-0 in Billie Jean King Cup qualification tie
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The Canadian women's tennis team defeated Romania 3-0 in Billie Jean King Cup qualification play at the Ariake Coliseum in Tokyo on Friday.
Toronto's Victoria Mboko opened with a 6-1, 6-4 win over Miriam Bianca Bulgaru.
Marina Stakusic of Mississauga, Ont., followed with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Anca Todoni.
In doubles play, Vancouver's Rebecca Marino and Kayla Cross of London, Ont., posted a 6-2, 6-4 win over Georgia Andreea Craciun and Mara Gae.
Canada will continue Group A play on Sunday against host Japan.
The group winner will qualify for the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in November.
Marina Stakusic secures Canada's victory over Romania at Billie Jean King Cup Qualifier
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Marina Stakusic of Mississauga, Ont., downed Anca Todoni 6-4, 6-3 to give Canada a 2-0 win over Romania at the 2025 Billie Jean King Cup by Gainbridge Qualifier Group A event in Tokyo.