Team finished third at the concluded Billie Jean King Cup Africa Group III that came to an end in Nairobi.
The opening match of the third-place playoff pitted Angela Okutoyi against Sasha Natalie Chimedza of Zimbabwe.
Okutoyi demonstrated her prowess on the court, prevailing over her opponent with a solid performance, securing a victory of 6-3, 6-4.
Cynthia Wanjala represented Kenya in the second match but faced a tough challenge against Rufaro Magarira of Zimbabwe.
Wanjala fell short, losing with a score of 6-2, 6-1 despite putting up a spirited fight.
As a result, the fate of the tie rested on the outcome of the doubles match.
In a captivating clash for the third-place decider, Okutoyi and Alicia Owegi faced off against Chimedza and Rugarira.
Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba extended an olive branch to the team by gifting each of the girls Sh50,000. In so doing, he reiterated the government’s commitment to investing more in tennis.