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King wins inaugural Manchester Open

World No.5 Joelle King has taken out the top spot at the inaugural Manchester Open by defeating Welsh opponent Tesni Evans.

The Ngāti Porou descendant battled head-to-head throughout the match but managed to push ahead with 11-8, 11-2,11-4 to win.

The tournament has been a good stepping for King leading up to the British Open next week.

The Manchester victory also marks King's 13th tournament triumph.