Defending Kenya Open champion Angela Okutoyi and Rosehilda Asumwa breezed past Aida Kimemia and Rose Wanjala 6-0, 6-2 in the doubles category of the Kenya Open tournament at the Nairobi Club.

The sibling duo dominated from start to finish, executing several strong serves to overwhelm their opponents in a routine victory. 

With a sense of anticipation filling the air, the country's youngest Kenya Open champion looked ahead to the challenges yet to come, expressing her readiness for fierce competition against Stacy Yego. 

"I expect stiff competition from StacyYego who I will face on Thursday in the singles category. She is a tough player to play against but I am more than ready for the challenge," Okutoyi remarked. 

“The prospect of facing my own sister and the spirited Tanzanian contingent is further fueling my determination,” she added.

Asumwa on the other hand, exhibited her unwavering focus as she anticipated her match against Katrina Karanja on Thursday. 

"I am really enjoying the tournament so far despite some matches not being as competitive. I am still keen on maintaining my winning streak," Asumwa said. 

While the temperatures in Nairobi may have been cold, the spirits of Okutoyi and Asumwa burnt brightly on the court. 

In a heartfelt plea to their fellow Kenyans, Asumwa urged fans to join them in the celebration of tennis and to witness the pinnacle of the sport within the country. 

The tournament returned after a four-year hiatus having been last played in 2018.