Phan Thiet:Rajshahi Rakin Rahman, an emerging tennis player from Rajshahi, is set to represent Bangladesh in the Davis Cup, a prestigious international men's team tennis competition. The tournament is scheduled to take place from November 11 to 14 at the NovaWorld International Tennis Complex located in the Tien Thanh area of Phan Thiet city, Vietnam.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, a group of four players and one coach departed for Vietnam last night at 1230 AM to participate in the competition. Among the team members is Rakin Rahman, who is notably the son of Mahfuzur Rahman Riton, the Administrator of Rajshahi City Corporation and General Secretary of Rajshahi Metropolitan BNP.
Rakin expressed his excitement about this opportunity, stating, "I am going to participate in such a big international event; I am extremely happy and proud. I ask everyone to pray for my team and me. So that we can achieve good results in this competition and bring honor to the country."
Mohammad Sabur Ali, Member Secretary of the Ad-hoc Committee of Rajshahi Tennis Complex and Additional Deputy Commissioner (General), remarked that Rakin's participation in the Davis Cup is a source of pride for the sports community in Rajshahi. He believes that Rakin's achievements will serve as an inspiration to young players, expressing confidence in Rakin's ability to excel internationally through his talent, skill, and hard work. He also extended his best wishes to the entire Bangladesh team, including Rakin, for their success in the competition.