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The Indian table tennis team demonstrated their mettle on Day 6 of the Asian Games 2023, with several commendable performances.
In the women's singles event, Indian ace Manika Batra made history by becoming the first Indian singles player to reach the Asian Games quarter-finals. Batra won her round of 16 match against Thailand's Suthasini Sawettabut 4-2 after displaying exceptional skill and determination. This remarkable achievement cemented her place as one of India's brightest table tennis stars.
The Indian men's doubles team of Sharath Kamal and Sathiyan Gnanasekaran faced a tough challenge in the round of 16 against China's Fan Zhendong and Wang Chuqin. Despite their best efforts, the Indian pair went down, losing 11-5, 11-4, 11-7.
On a more positive note, the Indian pairing of Manush Utpalbhai Shah and Manav Vikash Thakkar performed admirably in their pre-quarterfinal match. They defeated Singapore's Yew En Koen Pang and Izaac Quek Yong in a thrilling match, winning 3-2. This hard-fought victory puts them in the men's doubles quarter-finals against top-seeded Woojin Jang and Jonghoon Lim.
Manika Batra's historic quarter-final entry at Asian Games 2023
Manika Batra, an Indian table tennis sensation, made history at the Asian Games 2023 by reaching the quarter-finals of the women's singles event. In the round of 16, the two-time Commonwealth Games gold medalist faced Thailand's Suthasini Sawettabut. She delivered an outstanding performance to win 4-2.
With this historic achievement, Batra became the first Indian singles player in Asian Games history to reach the quarter-finals.
Batra's next challenge will be against China's Wang Yidi. In the women's singles event, Wang Yidi is a formidable opponent and a strong contender. The Indian, on the other hand, is a force to be reckoned with due to her confidence, determination, and exceptional skills.
Manika Batra's quest for a medal at the Asian Games 2023 is being met with great anticipation and support from fans and fellow athletes alike as she continues her campaign in Hangzhou. Her historic quarter-final appearance demonstrates her commitment to the sport and ability to shine on the international stage.
