Canada tops Romania 3-0 in Billie Jean King Cup qualification tie

By Canadian Press on April 11, 2025.

TOKYO — The Canadian women’s tennis team defeated Romania 3-0 in Billie Jean King Cup qualification play at the Ariake Coliseum.

Toronto’s Victoria Mboko opened with a 6-1, 6-4 win over Miriam Bianca Bulgaru.

Marina Stakusic of Mississauga, Ont., followed with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Anca Todoni.

In doubles play, Vancouver’s Rebecca Marino and Kayla Cross of London, Ont., posted a 6-2, 6-4 win over Georgia Andreea Craciun and Mara Gae.

Canada will continue Group A play on Sunday against host Japan.

The group winner will qualify for the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in November.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published April 11, 2025.

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