Norfolk rising star Maria Andrews travelled to Sutton for a 12 and under grade two event and came away victorious after picking up the singles and doubles titles.

Norfolk rising star Maria Andrews travelled to Sutton for a 12 and under grade two event and came away victorious after picking up the singles and doubles titles.

Andrews began her campaign with a good workout against Surrey's Jodie Burrage, coming through in two close sets 6-4, 7-5 after a first round bye. Now used to the clay surface, Andrews looked more assured as she beat Georgie Walker of Hertfordshire 6-4, 6-2 to reach the semi-finals.

Nottinghamshire's Livvy Tomkins stood in the way of Andrews and a final spot but the Norfolk girl put on a show as she dismissed her opponent in quick time 6-2 6-2.

Sophie Drakeford-Lewis had beaten second seed Eden Richardson, ranked fourth nationally, and would provide Andrews with her toughest test of the week in the final.

Drakeford-Lewis looked comfortable at the start and raced away with the first set 6-2. Andrews stayed tough and when her opportunity came at 4-4 in the second set she took it with both hands and closed out the set 6-4.

A championship tie-break was needed and Andrews fought hard, finding a late burst to win 10-6 and sew up the title.

The doubles final took place on the same day as the singles semis and final, giving Andrews little rest in between.

Partnering Eden Richardson, the two 11-year-olds took on older pair Natalie Sayer and Molley Warden. The gap in age and experience was apparent early on as the favourites led 6-4, 4-1 before Andrews and Eden staged a remarkable comeback. The youngsters turned the second set on its head to win 7-5 and set up a nailbiting championship tie-break.

Both pairs held match points before the underdogs found the breakthrough at 13-13, winning two points to emerge triumphant.

t Blofield tennis club are hosting an open weekend on Saturday and Sunday. Members and non-members are welcome to come and play on the newly laid grass courts.