Pune, April 10 -- Mananchaya Sawangkaew of Thailand has been making big waves in the Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group 1, having won both of her matches so far at the prestigious tournament, organised by MSLTA in association with AITA and PMDTA, at the Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Complex in Pune.

On the first day, Mananchaya helped Thailand in their 3-0 win over Hong Kong, China. She came from behind to win her tie 3-6, 6-3, 6-1 over Hong Yi Cody Wong to help her side begin their campaign on a strong note.

She then carried on her momentum on the second day as Thailand took on the host, India. Mananchaya faced Sahaja Yamalapalli, whom she defeated 6-3, 6-7, and 1-0 in a closely contested match. The Thai sensation won the first set 6-3...