Loveridge turns tables on Hicks to retain title

ALICE LOVERIDGE has added another prestigious title to her collection after successfully retaining the Senior Six Nations title in Basildon.

The 17-year-old was seeded two in the singles tournament after winning last year, coming through some tough encounters to secure the crown.

Her opening match was against Ireland's Amanda Mogey, who took Loveridge to the full five sets before the Sarnian eventually prevailed to set up a semi-final with third seed Emily Bates from England.