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

The Canadian women's tennis team defeated Romania 3-0 in Billie Jean King Cup qualification play at the Ariake Coliseum in Tokyo on Friday.

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.

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Marina Stakusic secures Canada's victory over Romania at Billie Jean King Cup Qualifier